“Une maison de vente doit s’assurer qu’un objet n’a pas été volé“, interview, Tribune de Genève, 02.05.2025
Our Partner Anne Laure Bandle was interviewed by the newspaper Tribune de Genève on the occasion of an ongoing case in Geneva, to share her insights on the legal obligations of auction houses.
She highlights in particular the importance of the duty of due diligence to avoid any involvement in handling stolen goods: checking the provenance, confirming the seller’s identity, and promptly withdrawing the item from sale in case of doubt.