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A Copyright License Agreement For Artwork is essential when an artist or copyright holder wishes to grant specific usage rights for their artwork while retaining ownership of the copyright. This document, governed by Dutch law and compliant with the Auteurswet (Dutch Copyright Act), is commonly used in commercial, publishing, and digital media contexts. It outlines the scope of licensed rights, territory, duration, and compensation, while ensuring compliance with both Dutch national law and EU copyright directives. The agreement is particularly relevant in scenarios where artwork needs to be reproduced, displayed, or incorporated into other products or media, providing legal certainty for both the copyright holder and the licensee. It includes crucial provisions for protecting the artist's moral rights, a concept strongly recognized in Dutch copyright law.
