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Posted Feb 3rd, 2012
UK resident signed a contract to send three paintings to a Californian art gallery,but never got it
back signed by them. Is artist in danger?

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UK resident signed a contract to send three paintings to a Californian art gallery,but never got it
back signed by them. Is artist in danger? It is the first time I do business with them. They asked
me to write the contract. I found an appropriate template online to adjust to myself. the last point
was that Californian law would preside. The gallery agreed to all of two points: not to make sales
on approval and my right to check their books. I agreed since it was stated I would receive a set
honorary regardless of retail price. I need to know if they can do anything against me. I have not
sent the paintings.
Legal Topic Area: Business Law in CA

If I understand your facts correctly, you agreed in principle to consign three paintings to a gallery, sent them a written contract relating to your arrangements, and then they never signed the contract. Since it was apparently a condition to the formation of the contract that it be accepted in writing by the gallery, no contract has been formed and you can revoke your offer by giving them notice that you are doing so. Revocation of the offer terminates the power of acceptance.


Answered on Feb 3rd, 2012 at 2:10pm