What is the ‘droit de suite’?

The ‘droit de suite’ is a law in some countries that grants artists and their heirs a percentage of the sale price of their artworks when they are resold. In Alabama, the ‘droit de suite’ is only applicable to visual artists, including painters, sculptors, photographers, and other visual arts practitioners. The way this law works in Alabama is if the artwork was originally created by the artist, then any resale of that artwork requires the seller to pay the artist or their heirs a percentage of the sale price. This percentage is usually between 5%-7%, depending on the state and other factors. The purpose of the ‘droit de suite’ law is to allow living artists and their families to continue to benefit financially from their works, even after the original sale. It also provides financial protection for artists’ works, as knowing that they may be compensated for any future sales encourages collectors to invest in the works of living artists. The ‘droit de suite’ law is not a governmental law, but it is a law recognized by the art world which is upheld by art dealers and galleries. It ensures that the creators and their families are financially compensated for their work, which is an important part of supporting the continued success of the art world in Alabama.

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