Simon Bushell writes for The Times on art market fraud
13 February 2025
The art market thrives on discretion, but that same secrecy makes it uniquely vulnerable to fraud. Hidden fees, misrepresentation, and unauthorised sales are rife, with buyers relying on intermediaries who often wield unchecked influence.
In his latest article for The Times, Seladore Legal Senior Partner Simon Bushell explores why regulatory gaps, weak enforcement, and a culture of opacity continue to expose collectors, investors, and institutions to serious financial risk – and produce fertile ground for the next major scandal in the art market.