I don't think it is worth the trouble or expense unless you have a staff
with little or no crate making experience. The artifact, a tape, pencil and
paper, common sense and the Smithsonian's book on crate construction should
be enough. It is also essential to know who is going to be handling the
shipping, common carrier or fine arts handler. Extremely fragile three
dimensional work should be handled with a professional crating company of
which there are some listed in AAM directories. I have often suggested that
private owners consult with the local museum to see if their staff take on
independent work.

Albert Sperath, Director, Univ. Art Galleries

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