About Epitōme
Epitōme—pronounced “eh-pi-tohm”—takes its name from the word epitome: the perfect example. This is the ethos that defines our services, from how we package a painting to the demeanor of our technicians working in your space. Our name reflects our mission: to set a new standard in art handling.
We founded Epitōme with a simple belief: exceptional art handling should be matched by an equally exceptional level of service. Our team brings together technical expertise, thoughtful communication, discretion, and an appreciation for the environments in which we work.
Whether installing a single artwork in a private residence or coordinating the transportation and storage of an entire collection, we approach every project with the same attention to detail.
FAQ
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Epitōme provides services throughout New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts 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. Higher coverage limits and speciality coverages are available at a surcharge. Most of all, we take every precaution to ensure safety and security at every step.
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Yes. Epitōme moves, packs, transports and installs furniture, rugs, vases, and most other valuable or sensitive items. Please inquire within for specific project details.
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Yes. For ecological reasons, we first suggest allowing our team to retrofit pre-existing and high quality crates when suitable. Alternatively, 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 the U.S.
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Yes — we offer short and long-term art storage in our secure, climate-controlled facility located in Long Island City. Contact us directly about your storage needs.
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In addition to standard full service fine art services (installation, packing, transportation and storage) Epitome also offers the following
Fine Art Framing
Canvas Stretching / Stretcher Bar Fabrication
Custom Cord Concealers
Venetian Plaster Repair
Curatorial Advice
Artwork Photography
Custom Hardware Fabrication
Ethos at Epitōme
The team at Epitome understands that our responsibility extends beyond the safe handling of artwork. Working with our team means arriving prepared and on time, communicating clearly, respecting the space around us, anticipating details before they become problems, and leaving every client surprised and delighted.
That philosophy shapes the team we build and the way we work. Our technicians are highly vetted and experienced, yet we select them for more than their technical expertise. Our Technicians are selected for their judgment, professionalism, discretion, and attention to the people and environments around them.
At Epitōme, we want our clients to feel confident from the first conversation to the final placement. The artwork deserves exceptional care. We believe the client should receive the same.