First Steps

Collection Management

Collection Management Checklist

by Vivian Ebersman, Director of Art Expertise


You’ve assembled a collection. Now how do you look after it? First of all, this is an ongoing process, extending from proper installation and the right insurance coverage to planning for subsequent stewardship. A conservator, appraiser, and attorney may all play a role.

To aid both established collectors as well as those just starting to amass their collection, we have compiled some essential tips for collection management in our Collection Management: First Steps issue of the AXA ART Collection Management Series.


This announcement is advisory in nature and is provided for informational purposes only. It is offered as a resource to be used by insurance advisors and insureds in maintaining an appropriate loss prevention program. No liability of any kind is assumed by AXA Art Insurance Corporation by reason of the information contained in this announcement.


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