Short Course: Ethics and the Art Market

Dates: 10 - 14 January, 2011
Duration: 5 Days, 9.00am - 6.00pm

• Introduction to the history of ethics as a branch of philosophy and its relation to visual culture and ownership
• Global ethical issues in the contemporary world
• Heritage case studies: Elgin Marbles; cultural patrimony; looted and stolen art
• Conservation and restoration issues: the role of the National Heritage Board and the Renata Kant Conservation Studio

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Fee:
SGD 3,000 (inclusive of GST) with Certificate of Attendance or
SGD 5,000 (inclusive of GST) with Certificate of 15 credits awarded upon completion of the assignment.

The fee covers all lectures, local transport, and admission to art galleries and museums. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate of attendance. If participants choose to complete the assignment for the course, they will receive 15 credits towards the Master’s Degree programme in Art Business.

Faculty:
Ruben de la Nuez

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For further information on short courses please contact:

Sotheby's Institute of Art - Singapore
T: +65 6305 2600
E: info.sg@sothebysinstitute.com