They aren't being copied, so copyright doesn't really come into the sale at
all.

But if the new owner decides to copy them (and they aren't public domainan),
that's another issue.

Tim a

> Hello,
> 
> Collection of slides  nd home movies are being sold on ebay. Many times, in
> fact a majority of the time, the Ebayer has no idea of the photographer or
> filmmaker. Many times, the Ebayer says they bought the collections at an
> estate sale. Sometimes, people buy the collections, break them up and sell
> them on ebay. 
> 
> Would someone in the group evaluate copyright issues in these circumstances? I
> believe the original creators still hold copyright but I am curious to know
> other interpretations?
> 
> Thank you.
> 
> Elizabeth
> 
> 


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Musée Héritage Museum, St. Albert
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