Shipping artwork to international collectors with Pigee
How galleries and artists close international sales on the spot and ship artwork abroad with customs handled.
Galleries often lose international sales at the moment of decision: the collector loves the piece, but the gallery has to “email a shipping quote later”. Pigee makes shipping artwork abroad simple, with the price, payment and paperwork sorted while the collector is still in the room.
Close the sale on the spot
- Add the artwork with its size, packed weight and value.
- Enter the collector’s country to see delivery options.
- Send a payment link by email, WhatsApp or QR code.
- The collector pays for the artwork and delivery in one checkout.
Where it helps most
- Art fairs and private views with international visitors.
- Tourists who cannot carry a piece home.
- Online enquiries from collectors abroad.
Packing and protecting artwork
Use proper art packaging: corner protectors, glassine or acid-free wrap, bubble wrap and a rigid crate or double-walled box for framed work. Add parcel insurance for valuable pieces and check the Insurance Terms for any conditions on fine art.
Customs for art
Describe the work clearly, including medium, size, artist and year, and declare its real sale value. Some countries treat original art differently for import tax, so use the customs and duties lookup to estimate charges before you quote.