Conservation
Preserving and maintaining art and objects is essential to ensuring that cultural heritage remains accessible for future generations. Our expertise in conservation combines deep knowledge with practical experience, providing security in both preventive and active preservation of art and collections.
Sustainable conservation for long-term preservation
MTAB offers professional conservation of artworks and objects, both through preventive measures and active treatment. We conduct thorough condition assessments, climate and lighting adjustments, and specialized mounting techniques to protect and preserve delicate items. Our conservation services are tailored to your needs and aim to provide long-term protection and sustainability for art and collections.
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Within conservation, we offer
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Conservation of paintings and objects
Careful conservation for long-term sustainability MTAB offers expertise in the conservation of paintings and sculptures, employing gentle cleaning techniques, stabilization […]
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Condition reports and condition checks
Security through thorough documentation MTAB conducts comprehensive inspections of artworks and collection objects before transport and exhibition. We document existing […]
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Consultation on climate and lighting
Expertise in preservation-adapted environments MTAB provides consultation on adapting climate and lighting conditions for exhibitions and storage. We analyze temperature, […]
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Courses in art handling and preventive conservation
Training tailored to your needs MTAB offers courses in art handling and preventive conservation, where theory is combined with practical […]
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Installation and specialized mounting
Customized solutions for each object MTAB has extensive experience in working with the installation and specialized mounting of artworks and […]
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Other services we offer
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Transport
When you need to move sensitive and valuable objects, you can rest assured that MTAB is the right partner for the job. For us, transportation is not simply a matter of moving an item from A to B; the key is HOW the transportation is performed.
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Storage and Warehousing
We store particularly sensitive objects in climate-controlled and temperature-controlled facilities with extra high security. Although the physical facilities provide the basic conditions for good storage, we know that it is the handling process that makes the greatest difference. We have storage facilities in Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmö, Copenhagen, Horsens, Oslo and Helsinki.
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Consultation
With more than 50 years of experience in the field of logistics for sensitive and valuable objects, MTAB has built up a solid knowledge bank with regard to various challenges and solutions. By utilising MTAB’s long experience, you create conditions for accessing the skills and knowledge you need, when you need them.
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Packing Technology
We produce all types of packaging and crates for the transportation and storage of works of art, as well as display stands and other exhibition materials.
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Art Handling
We offer many different types of art handling services. In addition to worldwide transportation, our specially designed art storage facilities and our own packing technology department, we also offer conservator services, an exhibition service and services for project management and customs clearance.
A logistics partner all the way
Before
We plan, structure, produce packaging materials and manage logistics flows. We perform function testing and configure and pack items for safe transportation.
During
With specially designed vehicles and qualified personnel, we transport sensitive goods throughout the Nordic region and the rest of the world.
After
We ensure that your objects arrive safely and ready for use, with post-transport services such as unpacking, installation and positioning. We also offer removal and recycling of packaging materials.
Pernilla Klingofström
FineArt Manager
fineart.se@mtab.se