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FINE ART AND SPECIE
The world’s foremost experts in jewellery, fine art and specie risk management.
Appraising fine art, jewellery and specie losses requires extensive experience. Our tenured professionals understand how to determine the appropriate course of action in a wide variety of scenarios. We know the right questions to ask and the right documentation to pursue. You can rely on our instincts to “follow the trail.”
Clients turn to us to handle everything from artwork transit stock losses to diamond trade robberies — and our offering doesn’t stop there. We also provide a range of complementary services to support related forensic accounting, liability and risk management needs.
The partner clients trust to protect their treasured assets
Beyond adjusting property damage, our experts are able to advise on risk prevention measures before a loss occurs. We work to establish insurance values, as well as conduct audits of transport, theft, intrusion and malicious damage risks (including alarm contract reviews, mechanical protection, electronic surveillance and detection and risk of fire).
Every day, our professional and private clients trust Sedgwick to recommend and implement measures for loss prevention and the preservation and restoration of their assets — whether they’re of significant sentimental or financial value.
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David Summers
Director and Head of Specialist Risks
Grace Best-Devereux
Associate Director, Fine Art, Jewellery and Specie
Loss adjusting
Our professionals are experts in fine art, jewellery and other specie lines, so we know the issues at stake. We’re always ready to act quickly to find effective solutions and measures to limit damage and to settle claims fairly and in a timely manner.
Review of packaging and transport arrangements
Moving valuable objects demands careful packing and delivery in pristine condition. Our experts work with a variety of specialists to ensure the safe, secure and seamless transportation of artwork and valuables by verifying that appropriate care, protection and security measures are in place. In cases where artwork is being shipped for repair, we can offer advice and recommendations as part of a pre-risk survey.
Checking valuations and appraisals
Our experts review and document valuations by referring to private and auction sale data.
Risk assessments and state of conservation status reports
We regularly conduct these services for large properties, museums, galleries, showrooms and jewellery stores.
Conserving works of fine art
We understand that an item’s value is not only financial, and some things are virtually irreplaceable. Our experts work closely with a network of skilled restoration partners to minimise intervention, control costs and respect the authenticity of the original work.
Effective management of fine art, jewellery and specie losses requires balancing relationships in the trade with intricate knowledge of a wide variety of objects and claims — musical instruments, precious metals, fine art, collectibles like wine and memorabilia, gemstones, gold bullion, jewellery and cash in transit. Our unmatched team provides just the right blend of expertise and partnership.
Specialised handling and logistics expertise
- Coordination with specialised art handlers, transporters and restorers
- Climate control, packaging and customs clearance for international exhibitions or loans
Crisis communication and brand protection
- Communication support in the event of theft, vandalism or reputational risk
- Working with institutions to manage public perception and stakeholder trust
Tailored solutions
Having worked with a range of policyholders, from major institutions and global businesses to private collectors, our team’s knowledge spans the many risk scenarios insurers and brokers may face. We regularly support:
- Museums
- Private collectors
- Corporate collections
- Auction houses and galleries
- Diamond traders
- Jewellery fairs
- Retail jewellers
- Jewellery manufacturers
- Gold mining companies
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