Discusses packing methods for glass, ceramics, metals, paintings, jewelry, and furniture. Reinforced crates with corner pads to absorb shock are typically used to ship paintings. Paintings are wrapped in glassine, polyethylene, cardboard, and sometimes waterproof paper. Ceramics and glass travel in a similar manner, but with foam cut to fit their contours. Plastic-bag wrappings are sometimes used to protect surface paint. Jewelry travels in flat packages in foam with holes cut to fit. Discusses the importance of condition reports to determine the effects of heat, light, humidity, and handling on the objects. These reports include the physical and chemical composition of the materials. Methods for handling objects are mentioned, such as the use of white gloves or surgeon's gloves. Methods of cleaning-like the use of badger-hair brushes, or vacuuming through a sheet of fiberglass-are explained. -- AATA