Art Law
The Art Law team at LEXIA Private advises collectors, artists, galleries, dealers, advisors, and all key players in the art market, providing highly specialized legal and strategic support.
With an interdisciplinary approach and deep understanding of the legal, economic, and cultural aspects of the art and cultural heritage sector, we assist our clients in protecting and enhancing the value of their artistic assets in Italy and internationally.
Each matter is handled with care and expertise, combining legal, tax, and strategic perspectives to preserve and grow the artistic and financial value of artworks over time.
LEXIA provides legal support across all core areas of art and cultural heritage law, including:
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Acquisition and sale of artworks, advising on private transactions, auctions, and international deals, including due diligence and contract drafting/negotiation.
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Tax and estate planning for art collections, offering customized solutions for the management, succession, or donation of collections in compliance with Italian and international tax law.
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Export, import, and cultural heritage regulation, assisting with the cross-border movement of artworks, ensuring compliance with Italian and EU cultural heritage rules.
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Art and technology, offering legal advice on NFTs, digital art, and new models of artistic production and distribution in the digital age.
Our team works closely with other departments at LEXIA – particularly in the areas of taxation, wealth planning, and international law – to deliver full-spectrum support that meets the complex needs of an evolving global art market.
