Buying and Selling Art and Collectibles

Buying and Selling Art and Collectibles: A Legal Guide is divided into six parts:

Part One relates to buying and selling art or collectible items through retail galleries or shops, including getting good title, warranties of grade and authenticity, and buying for investment. Part Two relates to buying and selling at public auction, including contractual provisions in auction contracts and the mechanics of bidding at auction. Part Three relates to online purchases and sales, and how those differ from retail and traditional auction transactions. Part Four addresses certain types of art and collectibles that may be illegal to own or import into the U.S. Part Five covers resolution of disputes involving art and collectibles, from negotiating with dealers to suing in court. Part Six discusses the tax aspects of buying and selling art and collectibles, including sales and use tax, deductibility of insurance and other expenses, and other issues.