Sweden has implemented the Use of works of architecture or sculptures in public spaces (Art. 5.3(h) InfoSoc) exception in Article 24(1) of the Act (1960:729) on copyright in literary and artistic works. The national exception closely resembles the EU exception.

Implementation summary:

This exception allows for the reproduction in pictorial form of works of fine art that are permanently located outdoors on or at a public place. Buildings may be freely reproduced in pictorial form.

Implementation details:

Beneficiaries:

• any user

Purposes:

• not specified

Usage:

• reproduction in pictorial form

Subject Matter:

• works of fine art that are permanently located outdoors on or at a public place
• buildings

Compensation:

• no compensation required

Attribution:

• the source must be, as a general rule, stated to the extent and in the manner required by proper usage

Introduced/last updated: 01 July 2005

Remarks: The exception does not extend to neighbouring rights.

Art. 11(2) requires that when a work is used publicly under an exception, the source must be, as a general rule, stated to the extent and in the manner required by proper usage. It also requires that the work must not be altered more than necessary for the intended use.