Loan Agreements: An Insurer’s Perspective: What a collector should consider when loaning his or her works As the owner of a respected collection, you may be asked to loan a work or works for a

forthcoming exhibition. The many benefits of sharing your collection notwithstanding, loaning carries with it a risk of potential damage or loss to an object you greatly value. To mitigate risk, turn to the written loan agreement. In the article Loan Agreements: An Insurer’s Perspective we list some key areas covered in loan agreements for museums and galleries in the US. Collector’s Corner: Interview of Collector Suhel Seth by Judith Price, President of the National Jewelry Institute Suhel Seth is one of India’s most admired marketing and management advisors, serving as

Managing Partner of Couselage and working with companies such as Coca Cola, Monsanto, Vodafone, Dassault, the Tata Group, Hero Honda, Mahindra and Mahindra, and Diageo. Born in Calcutta, Mr. Seth now lives between Bombay, London, and New York. He has an M.A. in International Relations and has written newspaper columns and four books, acted in 135 plays and in 6 films, and lectured at various business schools across the world. He serves as a commentator frequently on television and radio. For the full interview. Upcoming AXA Art Events & Partnerships Below is a partial listing of events and exhibitions that AXA ART is proud to be involved in. Expo Chicago Chicago September 20-23 Art Toronto Toronto October 26-29 About AXA Art

International reach, unrivaled competence, and a high quality network of expert partners distinguish AXA ART, the only art insurance specialist in the world, from its generalist property insurance competitors. Over the past 50 years and well into the future, AXA ART has and will continue to redefine the manner in which it serves and services its museum, gallery, collector, and artist clients across North America, Asia, and Europe, with a sincere consideration for the way valuable objects are insured and cultural patrimony is protected. For more information visit: www.axa-art-usa.com.]]>