Art law is the body of law that regulates and applies to artists, fine arts and cultural assets, including domestic and foreign law and multilateral agreements and contracts. In addition, it is the area of law that protects the material and moral rights that may be possessed on a work of art and makes legal arrangements regarding these rights.
Within the scope of the Law on Intellectual and Artistic Works, the principle of limited number was adopted and works were counted as works of cinema, science, literature, fine art and musical works, and the facts other than these were not accepted as works. However, day by day, in parallel with the development of technology, the diversity of concepts with the title of work has increased; Although these works are not clearly stated in the law, they have been accepted as one of the works listed in the law and protected as a work, considering their similarities, since they need to be protected as works. Therefore, the areas in which copyright arises have also expanded. For example, software or computer games produced on the computer are also considered as works of science and literature and are protected in this context. Especially today, the nature of the works of NFT is being discussed and it is a matter of curiosity whether the law is within the scope of protection.
Ökke&Hekim Law Firm, our solution partner, was established to serve the art world as the first and only law firm specializing in art law in Turkey. Ökke&Hekim provides high quality consultancy and advocacy services in the field of art law, which is an interdisciplinary area of law. While producing solutions to the “art-specific” legal disputes of all actors of the art world, it also helps them to maintain their relations in a healthy way. Having a well-equipped and experienced team in the field of art and the legal infrastructure surrounding this sector, Ökke&Hekim produces creative, effective and fast solutions suitable for the needs of real persons operating in the art market and all non-profit/non-profit organizations. Ökke&Hekim aims to contribute to the development and better functioning of the art market with its professional service approach to the conflicts and relations of the art world.
Art law serves many different sectors with the globalization of the contemporary art market and the increasing influence of contemporary art. This situation causes a need for people who are specialized in art law and who provide professional services in their field more than ever. It is very important for the participants of the art world to analyze legal and commercial issues correctly and protect their rights and interests. Failure to understand or neglect the importance of law in the art trade can have substantive consequences. It can cause wrong investments, costly and unsuccessful litigation processes and sometimes a complete loss of the work. With our rigorous and comprehensive services on all matters related to the arts, we help our clients protect their interests and get the most out of their investment, time or talent.