Course description
A discounted tuition rate is available for individuals who are interested to enroll in two or more Sotheby’s Institute of Art In-Person Professional Courses within the same term. Contact our admissions team at professional@sia.edu for more information and a discount code.
Are you looking to get to grips with art law?
Art world legal matters need not be intimidating. Understanding the laws governing the art market can present opportunities as well as mitigate risks. Our course offers a clear and concise overview of the essential legal topics: artists’ rights, intellectual property, cultural repatriation, and the legal aspects of buying and selling art.
With engaging case studies, focused discussions, and insights from industry experts, you’ll gain a practical understanding of how these legal elements impact the art market’s key players.
Take this course if:
- You are an art world professional looking to learn more about art law.
- You are a legal professional looking to deepen your understanding of the legal frameworks of the art business.
- You’re a career starter aiming to broaden your understanding of the art world and enhance your resume.
Successful art business professionals should understand the legal aspects of copies, copyright infringement, and forgeries; art entering museums and tax implications, or the legal frameworks in creating foundations and new business ventures. At Sotheby’s Institute our expert faculty can guide you through the lifecycle of the work of art, analysing the legal implications from the moment of creation, through sale and ownership, to resale on the secondary market.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
Course participants take away in-depth and valuable insight into the current and future art world. Those who successfully complete their course will receive a certificate of completion from Sotheby’s Institute of Art.
Sotheby’s Institute of Art course participants come from all over the world, from a wide variety of backgrounds. As they study, travel, and explore the art world alongside each other throughout the program, fierce and long-lasting collaborations are frequently born. Individuals who complete these courses join our network of over 8,000 alumni around the globe who hold top positions at renowned art organizations.
Training Course Content
Day 1: Gain a legal introduction to the international art world and the framework regulating the global trade in cultural property. Explore key legal relationships in the art world and hear from an expert on intellectual property and artists’ rights.
Day 2: Delve deeper into issues of criminal liability and risk in the art world. Learn about the patrimony laws affecting the return of cultural heritage and hear from an expert regarding the restitution of Nazi looted art. Consolidate your studies with a guided visit to the British Museum and discuss your learnings alongside key artworks and artefacts.
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