The purpose of the company is the national and international trade in works of art, books, coins, medals, the publication and distribution of literature, the organization of auctions, fairs, exhibitions and other sales and purchasing events, as well as all business related to the art trade. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, grant securities for liabilities of affiliated companies, and enter into guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.