Paste paper / artwork packaging
How to apply the adhesive paper
About packaging of artwork
(both delivery and carry-in)
Packaging your artwork is important as it protects it and ensures that it arrives in your hands once the purchase is made.
Please make sure the packaging is easy to unpack and can be reused when packing again.
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01
Prepare your artwork and pasting paper
Paste paper: 4 sheets or more
Please include your real name, artist name, and title. (Handwritten is acceptable.)
*Please be sure to attach this label to your artwork and packaging.
*The sticker will be removed when the exhibit is on display.
02
Stick the attachment paper on the back of the piece
Flat work
・For wall artwork, be sure to attach a hanging cord to the back of the artwork.
- If the hanging cord is not attached, installation equipment costs will be charged separately.
・Please remove glass. Acrylic panels are acceptable.
Solid work
If you are storing your work in an acrylic box or similar, please take measures to prevent it from collapsing.
★It seems that many people forget to bring the hanging cord.
Please make sure to attach the hanging cord as it is necessary for display.
03
Packing the work
We will provide the packaging materials.
If you are purchasing two or a series of works, please pack them so that the works do not touch each other.
*If you use boxes specifically for hanging scrolls or frames, we will handle the packaging for you.
04
Stick the sticker onto the packaging material
・Be careful not to damage the corners of picture frames, etc.
・Please place cushions or other items inside three-dimensional works.
If you have equipment, please include it with your name.
- For works that require layout, please include the layout instructions in the package.
05
Attach the label to the outer box
Please tape all four corners securely to prevent peeling during shipping.
06
Attach the delivery slip to the exterior of the package
Please tape all four corners securely to prevent peeling during shipping.
*If you have requested the secretariat to return the item, the secretariat will prepare a return slip.
Shipping: Prepaid
Return: Cash on delivery
*If you would like to have your work packed and delivered to an art exhibition, etc., please put the return slip in the envelope and
Please ask your supplier to attach the sticker to the outside of the packaging material.
Large works (total of three sides is 250cm or more) and heavy works (20kg or more)
Please arrange for a company to handle the delivery (bringing in and unpacking) and removal (packing and returning) of your items yourself.
Shipping: Prepaid
Return: Cash on delivery
*No vendor specified
・For heavy, special, sharp or complicated works, please have exhibition staff assist you.
・The secretariat will not arrange for companies to carry in, exhibit, or remove the exhibits.
★Examples of packaging that cannot be delivered
Packaging with only bubble wrap, as shown in the image, may cause damage during shipping or may not be able to be delivered depending on the shipping company. Please be sure to pack the item in a cardboard box.
Also, if you are bringing or picking up your work directly at the venue, please pack it.
