Art Law Corner

A monthly look at recent developments in art law, written by Alexander Herman, the director of the Institute of Art and Law

Comment | The UK casts a wide net when it comes to national treasures but catches few fish

Alexander Herman asks if export rules set up three-quarters of a century ago can still be fit for purpose

Criminal damage and critical commentary? Legal reflections on Banksy's short-lived judge mural

Aside from its legal subject matter—a bewigged judge beating down a protestor—what are the legalities of this whole affair?

Comment | Why New York can be a risky place for dealers and museums to hold art

Could the Manhattan district attorney's seizures be putting people off sending artworks to the city?