Riad KNEIFE

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
  • These are very common questions that we have received by mail.
  • Please keep in mind that are only general answers.
  • If you have any other questions or requests send us a email : contact@csaparis.com

What service do we offer ?
  • Accompaniment service to purchase antiques at the Paris Saint Ouen Flea Market, shows, markets and fairs throughout France and Europe.

Are you registered in an Official Antique Syndicate in France ?

How can I trust buying with you ?
  • C.S.A. Paris is licensed to conduct business by the most important Trade Syndicate of France. We have satisfied customers from around the world and continue to grow.
What defines an antique ?
  • An antique is an item which is at least 100 years of age.
Is there a High season or low season for buying antiques ?
  • There is no high or low season to buy antiques in France, you can book your shopping tour with us at any time of the year.
How can I make sure that an item is authentic ?
  • Due to our experience, we check very carefully any item before advising and buying it for our customers.
What guarantees do you offer ?
  • The guarantee to buy only genuine antiques.
  • The guarantee to have them delivered with full insurance.
When is my payment due ?
  • Payment must be received within 40 business days of the confirmation of sale, unless other arrangements are made at time of sale.
What forms of payment do you accept ?
How is packing handled ?
  • We use transporters with 30 years of experience in the specialized packing and shipping of antiques and objet d'art.
What are your shipping options shipping ?
  • We ship worldwide. We offer a full range of door to door shipping possibilities: consolidated air or sea freight, consolidated or individual containers.
What kind of insurance do you provide ?
  • We offer an insurance coverage at competitive rates including : Total damage, lost or broken items.
Can pieces be expertised ?
  • An expert is available upon request of the client. In this case, it is an official Expert appointed by the French Court.
How are customs handled ?
  • For all of our shipments, we take care of the necessary export formalities.
What about sales and import taxes ?
  • The sales tax is charged to the customer. For any antique items over 100 years old, there are no taxes to pay in the United States of America.
If I have a question about an item, what should I do ?
  • Please send us an e-mail : contact@csaparis.com. We have an important data bank on arts and antiques and will be pleased to share our documentation with our customers. We answer your e-mail questions within one week.