Toller Vault

The Toller Vault is a digital collection of not-for-sale cultural and historical treasures related to artist and Olympian Toller Cranston. Toller International is committed to conserving, documenting, and curating this unique collection to support touring exhibitions, displays, study and research. Collections of not-for-sale items (common in museums and cultural institutions) serve several vital purposes:

1. Preservation of Cultural Heritage: The collection safeguards artifacts, artworks, and historical objects, ensuring their protection and maintenance for future generations. By preserving these items, Toller International maintains a tangible connection to the past, and allows society to remember and learn from its history.
2. Educational Resource: The Toller International not-for-sale collection provides invaluable materials for research, study, and education. Scholars, students, and the public can engage with these items to gain insights into various performances, exhibitions, historical events, and artistic movements.
3. Public Trust and Accessibility: By holding items in perpetuity, Toller International acts as a steward of public trust, and ensures that the collection remains accessible to all rather than being sold into private hands.
4. Ethical and Legal Considerations: Toller International adheres to ethical guidelines that restrict the sale of collection items. De-accessioning, or the process of removing an item from a collection, is governed by strict policies to ensure that proceeds are used solely for the acquisition of new items or the direct care of existing collections. This practice upholds the Toller International mission and respects donor intent.