Restitution of colonial art
Do colonial artefacts from 55 African countries have to be returned by museums in the Netherlands and beyond? If so, what is the (legal) basis for restitution? Since the recent …
Russell Advocaten joined PAIAM, Professional Advisors to the International Art Market
For decades specialists in art and law, Russell Advocaten has joined PAIAM, Professional Advisors to the International Art Market. What are the benefits for our (international) clients? PAIAM is the …
Restitution of looted art in Dutch museums
The provenance research regarding looted art in Dutch museums has been largely completed. What are the results and how can you, as a heir, submit a claim? The project “Museale …
Artworks as means of payment: What if a work of art is a fake?
As the value of art is rising more rapidly than inflation, artworks have become an attractive means of payment. What can you do if the artworks you purchased turn out …
Rules of online art auctions
Does your auction house provide online art auctions? Is art being auctioned to consumers via your website? In this event your online auction platform has to meet strict requirements. What …
Rules for selling art online
Do you sell art to consumers via a webshop? Keep in mind that strict rules are in place for this. What are the requirements you have to fulfil as an …
Droit de suite
When is resale right required to be paid? Who can invoke the droit de suite? Who has to pay? And what is the amount that has to be paid? When …