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Playing Darts with a Rembrandt

The Art Law Blog

law from eating the Mona Lisa if you own it,' said Amy Adler , an art law expert and professor at the New York University School of Law. 'We We only protect works for the life of the artist, with a few minor exceptions, but that’s basically the rule under the Visual Artists Rights Act.' "In

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When Do I Need a Model Release Form? (Plus a free sample!)

Art Law Journal

Laws regarding the use of a person’s likeness, also known as the right of publicity, ensures that a model or other subject of an artwork controls the commercial exploitation of their name, image, or persona. The Purpose of a Model Release Form. When should you use a model release form?