Featuring more than 140 objects dating from 200 BCE to 400 CE, the exhibition presents a series of evocative and interlocking themes to reveal both the pre-Buddhist origins of figurative sculpture in India and the early narrative traditions that were central to this formative moment in early Indian art. Objects associated with the Indo-Roman exchange reveal India’s place in early global trade. The exhibition showcases objects in various media, including limestone sculptures, gold, silver, bronze, rock crystal, etc. Highlights include spectacular sculptures from southern India—newly discovered and never before publicly exhibited masterpieces—that add to the world canon of early Buddhist art.

Star Worldwide Group handled the entire transportation logistics for this huge exhibition of large and extremely fragile antiquities from 13 lending museums across India with flawless expertise. All the objects arrived in excellent condition and were installed at the MET, which was well in time for the preview!

Scope of Work

Comprehensive Planning for Artefact Collection

Strategic Coordination and Centralised planning for artefact collection from multiple locations in India.

Intricate Logistics Handling for Heavy Artefacts

Secured logistics for transporting ancient and heavy artefacts, some weighing tonnes.

Customised Crating and Packing 

Artisanal Crating in tailored crating solutions at the National Museum, Delhi, ensuring maximum protection during transit.

Documentation and Customs Processes Management

Regulatory Compliance through Detailed management of documentation and customs processes for international transit.

Tarmac Supervision for Safe Loading on Aircrafts

Supervised loading onto aircrafts, ensuring utmost care and security through Tarmac supervision.

Benefits to the Client

Preservation of Ancient Artifacts

Strategic planning preserved the integrity of artefacts during collection from diverse locations. The comprehensive planning approach ensured that artefacts, spanning over 2200-1600 years old, were collected with minimal disturbance, preserving their historical and cultural significance.

Safe and Secure Transport  

Secured Logistics in temperature-controlled vehicles ensured the safe and secure transportation of heavy artefacts and guaranteed that each item reached its destination securely, minimising the risk of damage or deterioration.

Maximized Protection During Transit 

The customised crating solutions implemented provided bespoke protection for each artefact, considering its size, weight, and delicacy, safeguarding them throughout the journey.

Efficient Regulatory Compliance and Processes

Efficient handling of documentation and customs processes not only expedited international transit but also assured compliance with various regulatory requirements, preventing delays and complications. 

Careful Handling and Loading 

Tarmac supervision during loading onto the aircrafts added an extra layer of security, ensuring that artefacts were handled with the utmost care during transit.