The company's purpose is to create and develop art and decorative objects, as well as to engage in the general trade of art and decorative items. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, and may found, participate in, and manage other companies in Switzerland and abroad. It may also conduct all business and conclude contracts that are suitable to promote the company's purpose or that are directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell, and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad, as well as license, acquire, and sell trademarks and other intellectual property rights. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, and may grant guarantees and sureties for its subsidiaries and third parties.