Art

Our attorneys navigate the unique demands of the art market, safeguarding artist rights, and facilitating successful transactions. With extensive experience in the art industry, we are prepared to advise on both domestic and international matters.

Our firm navigates complex matters that, while not exclusive to the art industry, benefit from the guidance of attorneys deeply immersed in the field. Our services include:

• Commission Agreements and Vendor Relationships: We assist clients in drafting commission agreements for custom artwork and graphic design services, fostering productive and transparent relationships between those commissioning art and creators. For clients integrating art into live events or activating brand sponsorship, we provide guidance on art installations, event-specific exhibits, and sponsorship arrangements. Our attorneys navigate contracts, artwork display permissions, and sponsorship terms to ensure the artwork enhances the event while adhering to legal standards.
• Creative Rights and Licensing Agreements: We help artists and designers maintain control over how their art is used and monetized by negotiating licensing agreements that protect their rights and ensure their works can be used in brand collaborations, promotional materials, and other media. We are committed to protecting artists’ copyrights by enforcing their rights against infringement, securing registrations, and providing guidance on how to maintain and strengthen their legal protections in the marketplace.
• Art Transactions and Consignment Agreements: We provide counsel on the purchase, sale, and consignment of artworks for fine art collectors, galleries, advisors, museums, institutions, foundations, and dealers. This includes negotiating acquisitions, sales, consignments, auctions, and loans.
• Gallery and Event Infrastructure: We advise on the commercial and contractual agreements necessary for the successful operation of galleries, permanent art installations, and events, including employment agreements, contractor agreements, real estate licenses, and ground leases. We collaborate closely with attorneys in Eisner’s Real Estate and Corporate groups to leverage our team’s extensive experience in these areas.
• Management of Fine Art Collections: Our attorneys routinely advise individuals and institutions on the prudent management of fine art collections, including inventory insurance, appraisal, donations, and provenance.
• Art-related Disputes: In collaboration with our Litigation group, we assist with the resolution of art-related disputes, including preparation of cease-and-desist letters for intellectual property infringement and advising on claims involving misappropriation, conversion, unjust enrichment, and other issues in the art sector.

Our knowledge of the commercial and creative considerations in the art sector ensures our clients are protected as they navigate the challenges specific to this unique marketplace. We are dedicated to delivering strategic solutions that respect and protect the creative value of art.