Art Transport in France with Moviiu
In 2026, France stands as one of the most dynamic art markets in the world, driven by leading institutions such as the Musée du Louvre, the Centre Pompidou, the Musée d’Orsay and the Palais de Tokyo, which shape trends and establish artists’ market standing.
Transactions are primarily structured around major international fairs, notably Art Basel Paris (formerly FIAC) at the Grand Palais, an unmissable event for collectors worldwide, as well as Art Paris, which highlights the diversity of the French and international contemporary scene. This market is supported by major auction players such as Sotheby’s Paris, Christie’s Paris, Artcurial and the Hôtel Drouot, which have recorded landmark results, such as the portrait of Dora Maar by Picasso sold for 32 million euros in October 2025, confirming Paris’s position as the global capital of art auctions.
In 2026, the French art market confirms its dynamism, driven by the digital transformation of Parisian galleries and the development of satellite fairs such as Paris Internationale, which are helping to attract a new generation of collectors. Between academic tradition and digital innovation, France is establishing itself as an essential crossroads where provenance transparency and market professionalisation are becoming the new standards of value for investors and enthusiasts alike.
Transport between regions, shipments to Europe, the United States or Asia, white-glove collection in Paris and the Paris region: through its platform and expertise rooted in international art logistics, Moviiu simplifies every step of art transport in France and abroad.
What Sets Moviiu Apart for Art Transport in France
Where most art transport companies still operate on manual quotes with several days’ wait, Moviiu offers an instant digital quote that is clear and free of hidden costs. The platform takes into account the realities of the French territory: the concentration of galleries and institutions in Paris, an active collector network across major regional cities (Lyon, Marseille, Bordeaux, Lille), and cross-border shipments to the entire European Union, Switzerland, the United Kingdom or the United States. With a white-glove collection service already operational in the Paris region and very soon in Lyon, Moviiu combines local proximity with international reach.
White-Glove Collection: Paris and Beyond
How does it work in practice?
With the white-glove pick-up service, art handlers come personally to your location (residence, gallery, studio) to collect your piece.
The artwork is then transported to the Moviiu warehouse, where it is carefully prepared and packed by specialists before being shipped via one of our logistics partners.
This service, already available in several major European cities and fully operational in Paris and the Paris region, will very soon be available in Lyon as well.
Domestic and International Art Transport from France
Moviiu handles both shipments between French cities and international transport. Whether it’s a painting shipped from Paris to Lyon, a sculpture sent from Marseille to Geneva, a collection of works transported from Paris to New York for an exhibition, or a collector’s piece delivered from London to Bordeaux, the platform manages the entire process: instant quote, tailored packaging solution, online tracking and secure delivery.
How Does Art Transport with Moviiu Work in France?
- An instant and transparent quote
Simply enter the artwork’s dimensions, type, pick-up and delivery addresses, along with any packaging or installation requirements. The platform immediately calculates a reliable, clear estimate with no hidden fees.
- Transport packaging tailored to your artwork
The system automatically determines the most suitable Moviiu packaging based on the nature of the item, its dimensions and the planned route. For white-glove collections, the artwork is collected, prepared and packed by professionals directly at the warehouse before shipment.
- Secure shipment
Each shipment is entrusted to express carriers selected for their reliability, ensuring fast and secure transit. Tracking is available online at any time from your client dashboard.
- Delivery and installation
Depending on your needs, the service can include hand delivery, gallery delivery or full installation. Options are adapted to each situation: unpacking, positioning and professional installation with a white-glove service.
Who Is This For in France?
✔ Art Galleries
French galleries regularly need to organise shipments: new exhibitions, artwork loans, sales or transfers between locations. Moviiu provides a clear digital solution that is easy to use and fully manageable online.
✔ Private Collectors
Whether relocating, installing an artwork in a new residence or transferring pieces between cities, Moviiu offers seamless tracking and streamlined organisation tailored to the needs of collectors in France.
✔ Designers and Artists
The French design and contemporary art scene is among the most dynamic. Moviiu handles unique, fragile or large-format pieces with a reliable and structured service.
✔ Auction Houses and Institutions
Post-sale art transport, transfers between exhibitions or shipments to a lender are made easier with continuous tracking and optimised shipment management.
👉 Good to Know: Customs and Tax Considerations in France
Within the European Union, artworks circulate freely without customs duties or specific customs formalities. However, for shipments to a non-EU country (Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the United States, etc.), an export certificate or an authorisation to leave the territory (AST) may be required depending on the age and value of the artwork. For any cross-border transport, make sure to accurately document the value and provenance of the artwork.
Two Real-World Examples of Art Transport in France
1 – A gallery in Saint-Paul-de-Vence ships to New York
An art gallery located in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, on the French Riviera, is organising the shipment of a modern painting to a private collector in Vienna, Austria. With Moviiu:
- The gallery receives an immediate quote by entering the dimensions, nature of the works and pick-up and delivery addresses directly on the Moviiu platform.
- Custom packaging is then designed based on the dimensions provided; it includes all the necessary protective elements, allowing the gallery to finalise the packing itself.
- The shipment is entrusted to a reliable express carrier, ensuring fast and secure transit to Vienna.
- The gallery can track the shipment’s progress in real time from its client dashboard.
- The collector then receives the works at the designated address.
2 – Buyers choose Moviiu to collect their lots from an auction house in Paris (with white-glove collection)
After a successful auction at the Hôtel Drouot, several buyers turn to Moviiu to ship their lots to their respective destinations across Paris, Montreal and Geneva. With the Moviiu white-glove service:
- The buyers select Moviiu as their carrier and schedule the collection directly from the auction house premises.
- Specialist art handlers come on site to collect each lot.
- The artworks are transported to the Moviiu warehouse, where they are packed by professionals according to their nature and destination.
- Each shipment is handled by the appropriate carrier.
- Buyers track their shipments in real time from their client dashboard.
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Moviiu simplifies every step: instant digital quote, white-glove collection in the Paris region, specialist packaging, secure transport and clear tracking, for art transport tailored to France’s exacting standards.