Packing sculptures

Please note: for certainty with regards to import duties and tariffs, please check with your local customs authority for the latest the governments regulations. The tariff code for original bronze sculptures is 9703.00.00.

Shipping

All of Anthony Smith’s bronze sculptures can be delivered worldwide, from small works to large statues. The sculptures will be sent from Anthony’s studio in the Netherlands and each artwork will be securely wrapped, packaged, insured and shipped using DHL delivery. Online tracking details will be emailed to the recipient.

Delivery Costs & VAT

Packing and insured delivery is charged at cost. Original bronze sculptures (HTS tariff code: 9703.00.00) are exempt from import duties in many countries, including USA. Please check the Customs and Imports tariff for your country. The prices on this website include VAT at 9%, which can be deducted for any sculptures being shipped outside of the EU.

Sending To the UK

Because of the VAT rules, it is cheaper to import a bronze sculpture from outside the UK than it is to buy the same artwork inside the UK:

The VAT rate on artwork sold within the UK is 20%, but the duty for sculptures imported into the UK is only 5%, making a significant saving when ordering from the Netherlands, even once insured delivery to the UK is included. (This was written in January 2023; please check for the most up-to-date rules regarding import duties).

For quotes for specific pieces please contact the Artist.

Example Costs For Delivery Outside EU

The following is an example of the costs for packing and delivery of a medium-sized bronze sculpture to a country outside the EU that does not charge import duty on original sculptures, such as USA:

  • Price listed on website:  €3500 including VAT (for example)
  • 9% VAT can be deducted because the sculpture is being exported outside the EU:  €3500 / 1.09 = €3211
  • Packing and insured delivery with DHL:  €200
  • Import duty:  zero
  • Total cost of sculpture, including delivery:  €3411

For quotes for specific pieces please contact the Artist.

Please note: import duties and tariffs can change. Please please check with your local customs authority for the latest the governments regulations before ordering (HTS tariff code: 9703.00.00).