Art law

When is an Utrillo not an Utrillo?

The answer is when the owner of the droit moral says it isn’t, despite the assertions of a Princeton professor

Published online: 05 June 2013

 
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Arrested dealer’s property may be turned over to the tax man

A lawyer for Glafira Rosales says the criminal case against her could leave her unable to pay out in any civil cases if she is found liable

Published online: 04 June 2013

Artist receives suspended prison sentence

Graham Ovenden unrepentant about sexual offences against child models

Published online: 04 June 2013

Court finds for artist who disowned work before auction

Consignor had sought damages after Sotheby's withdrew the lot

Published online: 30 May 2013

German shipper jailed by Chinese returns home

Foreign minister in Berlin “relieved” on eve of visit by new Chinese premier

Published online: 23 May 2013

Lawsuit raises questions about Warhol authentication process

Foundation’s sales agent also worked for authentication board; foundation’s president rejects claim that decisions may have been made for financial gain

Published online: 17 May 2013