Lecture - This course examines the law surrounding art and cultural heritage. The focus will be on copyright, cultural property, and cultural heritage laws. Students will have the opportunity to consider U.S. law, international regulation, and the laws of other countries in order to broaden their perspectives on the issues, explore what the United States and other countries can learn from each other to improve the status of art and culture, and grapple with the cross-border dimensions of problems such as art forgery, theft or illicit export of cultural property, and the restoration of artworks confiscated during World War II. The class will also explore interdisciplinary perspectives, considering the issues involved for artists, cultural institutions such as museums, and the local, national, and international public. Finally, it will consider the implications of technology, including digitization and the advent of innovations such as 3D printing, for this area.
Grading Mode: Letter Grading
Final Assessment: Take-home exam