Jan's & Co. Fine French Antiques, Inc. Legal Copyrights & Disclosure Page

COPYRIGHT & DISCLOSURE:

The images, logo, design, text, information and all material displayed on this site are protected by U.S. and international copyright laws and may not be printed, saved or reproduced except for personal use only.

Unauthorized use is prohibited. No part of this website may be published, stored or transmitted in any form or by any means without permission and authorization in writing from Jan's & Company French Antiques, Inc. Attn: Rights & Reproductions, at 1934 West Adams Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90018 U.S.A. Tel: (323) 735-6455

SPECIAL NOTICE

ALL STATEMENTS CONTAINED IN THIS WEBSITE OR IN ANY BILL OF SALE, INVOICE OR ELSEWHERE AS TO AUTHORSHIP, PERIOD, CULTURE, SOURCE, ORIGIN, MEASUREMENTS, COLOR, QUALITY, RARITY, PROVENANCE, IMPORTANCE, GENUINENESS, EXHIBITION AND LITERATURE OF HISTORICAL RELEVANCE OR PHYSICAL CONDITION ARE QUALIFIED STATEMENTS OF OPINION AND NOT REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES.

No employee or officer of Jan's & Company Fine French Antiques, Inc. is authorized to make on our behalf any representation or warranty, oral or written, with respect to any property offered.

SPECIAL NOTICE REGARDING THE SALE AND EXPORT OF ITEMS CONTAINING MATERIALS FROM ENDANGERED SPECIES AND REQUIRE A CITES EXPORT PERMIT:

The export of items from the United States or import into certain countries may be subject to export and import regulations, licensure and/or other restrictions; in particular, lots containing animal material such as ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, coral or whalebone may require the granting of one or more export or import licenses or may be banned from import altogether by some countries. Lots that contain these aforementioned materials may also not be eligible for exportation if they are not over one hundred years of age. It is the buyer's responsibility to investigate any such restrictions and to obtain any relevant export or import licenses. Please note that this process is governed by local authorities and may take considerable time. Regardless of any delay in the obtaining of an export or import license or denial of a license's issuance, purchased lots shall be paid for in accordance with the Conditions of Sale, and any such delay or denial shall not serve as the basis for cancellation of any sale. Prospective buyers are advised to obtain information from the relevant regulatory authorities regarding export and import restrictions, requirements, and costs prior to buying. Upon request, Jan's & Co. Antiques, Inc. can refer the purchaser to an agent who can assist the purchaser in attempting to obtain the appropriate licenses. However, there is no assurance that any necessary licenses can be obtained.

SPECIAL NOTICE REGARDING THE SALE OF MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS:

Buyer understands and acknowledges that all antique musical instruments such as pianos, harps and others that are being offered for sale at Jan's & Co. Antiques, Inc. are mainly sold for their decorative value. Most antique piano keys are made of ivory and many countries prohibit or restrict importation or exportation of property containing ivory, tortoiseshell, whalebone, and/or products derived from other endangered or protected species, and require special licenses or permits (CITES) in order to import or export such property. It is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that the property is properly exported and imported into the buyer's country (Please refer to the above notice regarding the export of items containing materials from endangered species). Jan's & Co. Antiques, Inc. nor the consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to the merchantability, fitness, sound aesthetic or pitch, general condition of action board, strings, hammers, dampers, function of keys, structural and or any mechanical condition, previous repairs or restorations or as to the correctness of the description, genuineness, attribution, provenance or period of the property. Buyer also acknowledges and understands that every time these instruments are moved from one place to another they may require re-tuning, adjustments or repairs which shall be corrected by the buyer at his/her own cost and expense. Buyer agrees to release Jan's & Co. Antiques, Inc. from any liability on any loss or damage caused to any musical instrument purchased once it has left Jan's & Co. Antiques, Inc. premises. Jan's & Co. Antiques, Inc. may assist buyer in obtaining packing and shipping quotes, however all shipping arrangements shall be confirmed and accepted by the buyer at his/her own risk and expense.