ARTH 218 Art Law: Crime and Punishment (3)

This course explores current issues in Art Law as essential knowledge in the administration of a successful museum. We will explore the legal and ethical challenges in the accession and deaccession of Fine and Decorative Arts by museums. The course addresses the concept of title compromised by stolen and looted art, the determination of authenticity, and the potential legal exposure of Foundations, Catalogue Raisonnes and Artists’ Estates. Students will explore the potential traps of poor contract negotiation and the complicated legal framework protecting cultural property and endangered species. Using prominent cases such as those involving Warhol, O’Keefe, Doig, Rothko, Noland, victims of looted art and the major museums, students will understand the real-world application of these obligations.
Course Frequency: Fall