Question Re: Copyright and Use of Partial Image

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HI

 

I would like to use a portion of a Magritte sculpture, "The Future of Statues".

Original:  http://www.wikipaintings.org/en/rene-magritte/the-future-of-statues-1937

 

Below is a rough, foundation/first draft for a wallpaper/ Dream skin.

I'm uncertain if the portion of the original I would like to use violates copyright rules.

Of course I would credit the artist, but sometimes credit isn't the issue.

I'm certain I will get a clear answer here.

 

Thanks

Casperrr

 

 

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Reply #1 from WinCustomize Forums Top

I expect the restrictions of copyright pertaining to that work will prevent you from their use as when I clicked on your link the place-holder for the image was blank with the comment below that copyright prevents that image being displayed in 'my country' [Australia, BTW].

When such restrictions are imposed it suggests 'active' and definite limitations.

As with 'anything' you wish to use [normally]....and particularly in this case you'll need to acquire specific consent...;)

Reply #2 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Quoting Jafo, reply 1
when I clicked on your link the place-holder for the image was blank with the comment below that copyright prevents that image being displayed
End of Jafo's quote

 

lol - well, there's my answer.

Thought so really - thank you for your time.

 

Casperrr

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