Transporting high-value bronze sculptures demands specialized insurance coverage to protect against financial loss from damage, theft, or accidents during transit. Key requirements include:

1. All-Risk Fine Art Insurance: Covers physical loss/damage from external causes (excluding exclusions like wear-and-tear). Policies often require professional packing and climate-controlled transport.

2. Agreed Value Coverage: Insurers typically require a recent appraisal (within 2-3 years) to establish the sculpture's value. Photographic documentation and provenance records strengthen claims.

3. Transport-Specific Clauses:

- Door-to-door coverage for all transit phases

- "Mysterious disappearance" protection

- Vibration/impact damage riders for fragile pieces

4. Carrier Qualifications: Many insurers mandate licensed art handlers with GPS-tracked vehicles and trained staff. Air transport may require additional aviation insurance endorsements.

5. Deductible Structures: Typically 1-2% of insured value, though catastrophic coverage may have lower deductibles for total losses.

Pro Tip: Consider "nail-to-nail" policies covering exhibitions and temporary storage. Always disclose restoration history - repaired areas often require higher premiums due to vulnerability.

For international shipments, verify policy compliance with CITES regulations if sculptures contain restricted materials. Leading insurers like AXA Art or Chubb often provide tailored bronze sculpture coverage with conservation-focused claim services.