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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(1) An art dealer may accept a work of fine art on a fee, commission, or other compensation basis, on consignment from the artist only if prior to or at the time of acceptance the art dealer enters into a written contract with the artist which states:
(a) The value of the work of fine art;
(b) The minimum price for the sale of the work of fine art; and
(c) The fee, commission, or other compensation basis of the art dealer.
(2) An art dealer who accepts a work of fine art on a fee, commission, or other compensation basis, on consignment from the artist may use or display the work of fine art or a photograph of the work of fine art or permit the use or display of the work or photograph only if:
(a) Notice is given to users or viewers that the work of fine art is the work of the artist; and
(b) The artist gives prior written consent to the particular use or display.
(3) Any portion of a contract which waives any provision of this chapter is void.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Washington Revised Code Title 18. Businesses and Professions § 18.110.030. Contract required--Provisions - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/wa/title-18-businesses-and-professions/wa-rev-code-18-110-030/
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