Trusted Protection Across
Your Entire Art Journey
MISSION STATEMENT
ABOUT US
Our Fine Art policies are designed for each individual client and can give coverage across the entire experience of art ownership; from acquisition, transportation and exhibition, to restoration, reframing and sale, and everything in between.
Our focus is on giving market-leading service and sensible advice at every stage of our partnership – from the first time we speak, as your collection grows and evolves, and if you ever suffer a loss.
mission
Insurance Expertise
Our Clients
- Private collectors of Fine Art, antiques, jewellery, classic cars, wine, coins, books and any other collectibles
- Corporate and institutional collections
- Exhibitions including nail to nail worldwide transits
- Fine Art and Antique Dealers
- Fine Art Shippers and Packers
- Museums
- Whisky / Spirits in cask - Private and Commercial Collectors and Fund Managers
- Artists and artists' studios
- Sports memorabilia and trophies
- Auction houses
Fire
Theft
Accidental Damage
Flood and Water Damage
Windstorm
Wildfire
Terrorism
War losses suffered during transit
Earthquake
services
OUR TEAM
PEOPLE
Harry Syms
Partner
Harry has amassed 21 years’ experience as a Fine Art Insurance Broker in the London market. His career began in 2005 at Lloyd’s Broker R K Harrison, where he remained following Howden’s acquisition of the business in 2015. He joined WTW as a Director in 2022 and founded Grenville & Co. in 2026 where he maintains a strong track record of developing new retail and wholesale business, and of managing private, commercial and institutional Fine Art Insurance portfolios.
Throughout his career, Harry has enjoyed building rounded working relationships with clients, colleagues and his underwriting network, and he places particular value upon communication, efficiency and professional service.
“ I love my job. Whether I’m arranging Insurance for an international corporate collection, a private wine cellar or a globally significant museum, I take huge enjoyment from personal interactions and finding solutions that make my clients happy. ”
HARRY
Delilah is a recent graduate of the University of Edinburgh and joined 1783 in June 2025. With experience working in a variety of both commercial and state-owned art institutions, Delilah is now focused on growing her knowledge in the insurance industry, with the long-term goal of pursuing a career in broking.
Delilah White
Account Executive
DELILAH
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