About Epitōme
Epitōme, pronounced “eh-pi-tohm”, is derived from the word epitome — meaning the perfect example. Our highly vetted team of art handlers care on a personal level about delivering high integrity, artisanal quality service with a positive energy for you and your clients. Our name reflects our mission: to set a new standard in art handling. By doing more than simply getting the job done, our services instill ease into the life of our clients and their artwork.
Epitōme Fine Art Services has become the trusted partner of galleries, collectors, and institutions throughout New York and beyond. Whether we hang a single painting in a family home, or transport and install a museum exhibition, our clients can be sure to feel glad Epitōme is the team that took care of it.
FAQ
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Epitōme provides services throughout New York City and the greater Northeast U.S. For projects beyond that region, feel free to reach out — we’re happy to discuss.
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Yes. Our team has extensive experience consulting on placement, sightlines, and balance. We’re happy to offer as much guidance as you would like in order to ensure each piece is positioned with intention.
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Yes. Epitōme employees are covered by comprehensive general liability, workers compensation and disability insurance with $1,000,000 claim limits. Higher coverage limits through short term policies are available at a surchage. Most of all, we take every precaution to ensure safety and security at every step.
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Yes. Epitōme can move, transport or install most valuable or sensitive items. Please inquire within for specific project details.
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Yes. Epitōme’s full service woodshop is used to produce canvas stretcher bars, gallery pedestals and crates. Please reach out with specific crating inquires.
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Absolutely. We use museum-standard materials and techniques to protect your work in storage or transit, and we provide transport services throughout NYC and the Northeast. Long-distance coordination is available upon request.
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Yes — we offer short and long-term art storage in secure, climate-controlled environments. Contact us directly about your storage needs.
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In addition to stretching canvases and installing and transporting artwork, we can transport other sensitive or valuable items.
We also fabricate custom pedestals, crates, and can accommodate most custom carpentry needs.
Ethos at Epitōme
Communication
Our technicians are not only completing delicate work for you, we are simplifying your life. That is why we have a reputation for excellent, timely and detailed communication among our clients.
Integrity
We believe in artisanal quality workmanship. This is a radical stance in an age of big industry, and distinguishes us from our competitors. We care deeply about delivering the quality of work you and your collection deserve at prices you will respect.
Discretion
Our private client list, and their artwork, is never disclosed or shared with any outside entity. The same attitude towards discretion and professionalism is used on site, off site and online.