The orphan works dilemma and museums: an uncomfortable straitjacket

摘要

Legal context Orphan works are copyright works where the right holders cannot be found. Without the consent of the right holder, a user faces potential liability for the unauthorized use of the work. Museums have a duty to make cultural materials available to the public. However, the orphan works problem may pose obstacles to the normal functioning of a museum. This article explores the problem of orphan works as it pertains to museums.