Art Law

Art law covers legal issues related to the management, ownership, and restitution of artworks. One of the major issues in this field is the looting of artworks during World War II, where thousands of objects were stolen, confiscated, or expropriated. These artworks were intended to enrich private collections or to be sold on the black market.

Specialized art lawyers play a key role in the restitution of these looted artworks. This involves expertise in tracing, identifying legitimate owners, and managing complex legal procedures to return the objects to the heirs or victims. There are many challenges in this area, particularly concerning the legal ownership of these artworks.

In summary, art law, particularly in relation to looting, combines expertise in restitution, tracing, and managing disputes to address the injustices caused by cultural pillaging during the war.

Our Expertise:

• Legal advice on the acquisition and sale of artworks
• Legal counsel for art collectors and investors
• Legal assistance for museums, galleries, and cultural institutions
• Drafting and negotiating contracts for the sale, loan, and exhibition of artworks
• Assistance with legal procedures for the restitution of looted artworks
• Litigation: representation before civil, commercial, and administrative courts in art-related matters
• Assistance with international art transactions, including customs and tax issues
• Legal support for art estates and the management of family collections
• Legal advice on intellectual property rights for artworks