Art Law in a Nutshell

by Leonard D. DuBoff, Christy King, Michael Murray

Art Law in a Nutshell (5th ed.) presents an overview of the legal issues concerning art. It covers the definition of art, and the theft and movement of art in wartime and peacetime. It examines the business of art for artists, museums, and collectors, including art as an investment, auctions, authentication, insurance, tax issues for artists and collectors, working artist issues, and aid to the arts. It also explains the intellectual property issues of copyright, trademark, moral rights and economic rights, right of publicity, and First Amendment freedom of expression rights.

Genres: Art

479 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1983

Reviews

[Allison · Rating 3 out of 5]

Useful overview of art law, but its is very straight forward. If this is your first look into art law, it may seem overwhelming. I think this book is best as a reference or used as supplemental material.

[Brigham · Rating 2 out of 5]

Good summary of relevant law in the area. A very easy read.

[Betsy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Clear and thorough.