Art Law

Learn about the legal fields essential to the art world in major international regions

Dates & Fee

20 September – 31 October 2022

US$1,700 US$1,530 early registration before 9 August 2022

1 November – 12 December 2022

US$1,700 US$1,530 early registration before 9 August 2022

17 January – 27 February 2023 US$1,700

18 April – 29 May 2023 US$1,700

18 July – 28 August 2023 US$1,700

This course is written and presented by Vittoria Mastrandrea, Member of the Institute of Art and Law.

Find out more This six-week course offers a detailed in-depth introduction to essential legal fields. The course covers legal practices and legislation of the art world in the major international regions: the USA, Europe, UK and China. Understanding the law as it affects the art industry is vital for those looking to enter the profession or expand their careers in business, specialist and legal roles within the art world.

Art Law is structured to deliver both an academic understanding of the key legal concepts that affect art world transactions, as well as detailed procedural considerations to ensure your learnings can be put to practical use. Included in the course are multiple case studies that help demonstrate the application of these concepts in courts around the world. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• An understanding of contract law and anti-money laundering procedures, copyright, export regulations, authenticity and forgery, restitution and repatriation, and issues involved in museums and deaccessioning