Jana Farmer (Partner-White Plains, NY) co-authored the chapter "Approaches to Current Issues with Art Forgery, Restoration and Conservation: Legal and Scientific Perspectives" in the SpringerLink eBook "Analytical Chemistry for the Study of Paintings and the Detection of Forgeries," published September 9, 2022. Jana's chapter explores art law and scientific perspectives for art buyers regarding forgery risks and potential mistakes in the conservation of artworks that can jeopardize their investment value. Items discussed include suggested contractual protections, legal remedies for forgery and the risks and remedies involved in the conservation and restoration of artworks.
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