A 1950s Treasure Travels Safe with MBE Ruislip
The Team: Christopher Mina from MBE Ruislip and Adam Partridge Auctioneers
A Story Decades in the Making
When a beautiful gold-toned Buddha arrived at Adam Partridge Auctioneers , it brought a wonderful slice of history along with it.
Sourced from a private home in Yorkshire, the piece belonged to a dedicated collector who spent the 1950s searching through the best galleries in London.
Ridley from Adam Partridge explained that this specific item likely came from the well-known gallery of Herbert Reese on George Street in Marylebone.
After being cherished in a private collection for over 70 years, it was time for this Buddha to find a new home.
It clearly needed a first-class service to get there safely.
Handled with Heart and Expertise
When it comes to antiques, the job is about so much more than just measuring a box or checking the weight.
It is about honouring the history and the sentiment tied to the object.
Chris Mina and his team at MBE Ruislip were brought in to ensure this delicate Buddha arrived at its new home in the very same condition it left the auction house.
To keep the piece completely secure, Chris used a specialised box within a box method:
The team began by wrapping the Buddha in high-grade bubble wrap to cushion the surface against any scratches.
The statue was then settled into a sturdy inner box for structural support.
Finally, that entire package was floated inside a larger outer carton and surrounded by packing peanuts to act as a shock absorber against any bumps on the road.
The Result
Thanks to a great partnership between the auction experts and the packing pros at MBE Ruislip, this mid-century treasure arrived safely at its destination.
It is a perfect example of why Chris and his team are the proactive choice for people who want their most meaningful items handled with a personal touch.