TERMS OF USE

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to GEM ALF.

GEM ALF is an Istanbul-based gallery and creative practice dedicated to the exploration, curation and presentation of rare objects, vintage furniture, collectible design and works of art.

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of www.gemalf.com, including its content, collections, enquiry features and related services.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with these Terms of Use, subject to applicable law.

01 — PURPOSE OF THE WEBSITE

The GEM ALF website serves as a digital platform for presenting selected artworks, furniture, lighting, objects, antiques and collectible design pieces.

Its purpose is to provide information about the collection, showcase creative projects and facilitate communication between GEM ALF and individuals interested in its works.

The website does not provide direct online purchasing, checkout or payment facilities.

Visitors may submit enquiries, express interest in selected pieces or request further information through the features available on the website.

Any potential purchase, reservation or other transaction is discussed and arranged separately with GEM ALF.

02 — WEBSITE CONTENT

All content presented on this website is intended to provide information about GEM ALF, its collection, projects and activities.

Content may include:

Photographs and visual representations of artworks and objects.
Descriptions of individual pieces and collections.
Information about designers, artists and manufacturers.
Historical, material and dimensional details.
Editorial content, exhibitions and selected projects.

GEM ALF aims to present information with reasonable care and accuracy. However, information may be updated, corrected or revised as new details become available.

Website content should not be interpreted as a binding offer to sell any particular piece.

03 — INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Unless otherwise indicated, the website's original content, including its text, graphic elements, layout, visual identity and original imagery, is owned by GEM ALF or used with the permission of the relevant rights holders.

The website may also feature works, photographs, designs and other materials whose intellectual property rights belong to independent artists, designers, photographers, manufacturers or third parties.

All applicable intellectual property rights remain with their respective owners.

Visitors may access and view website content for lawful personal and informational purposes.

Without the appropriate permission or another lawful basis, visitors may not:

Reproduce or distribute protected website content.
Use photographs, artwork images or written material for commercial purposes.
Modify or create derivative works from protected content.
Use GEM ALF branding or visual materials in a misleading manner.
Present website content as their own work.

For enquiries regarding reproduction, licensing, editorial use or publication permissions, please contact GEM ALF.

04 — WISHLIST AND ENQUIRY FEATURES

The GEM ALF website may allow visitors to save selected pieces to a wishlist, request additional information or express interest in particular objects.

These features are provided to facilitate communication and collection enquiries.

Adding an item to a wishlist does not constitute a purchase, reservation or commitment by either party.

Submitting a request for information does not create a sales agreement or guarantee the availability of a particular piece.

GEM ALF may respond to enquiries with additional information regarding the relevant object, including its availability, condition, pricing or other details.

Any subsequent transaction will be subject to separately communicated terms and applicable legal requirements.

05 — AVAILABILITY AND RESERVATION REQUESTS

Certain pieces presented by GEM ALF may be unique, limited in quantity or subject to changes in availability.

Images or descriptions displayed on the website do not guarantee that an item remains available.

Where the website offers a "Place Item on Hold" feature, submitting such a request expresses interest in a possible reservation.

A hold request does not automatically reserve the item.

Any reservation is subject to review and explicit confirmation by GEM ALF.

The duration, conditions and status of a confirmed reservation, where applicable, will be communicated separately.

GEM ALF may update the availability or presentation of individual pieces as necessary, subject to any existing contractual obligations and applicable law.

06 — PRODUCT INFORMATION AND REPRESENTATION

GEM ALF endeavours to describe its collection with appropriate attention to historical context, craftsmanship, materials and design.

Certain pieces may be vintage, antique, handmade, restored or produced using traditional techniques.

Such works may display variations, signs of age, patina or other characteristics associated with their history and production.

Descriptions, measurements, dates, attributions and other specifications are provided according to the information available at the time of publication.

Photographs are intended to represent the objects as accurately as reasonably possible. However, colour, texture, scale and surface appearance may vary depending on lighting conditions, photography and display settings.

Visitors are encouraged to request additional information when specific details are important to their interest in a piece.

Information relevant to any eventual purchase will be confirmed through the applicable sales process.

07 — ACCEPTABLE USE

Visitors agree to use the website responsibly and in accordance with applicable law.

The following activities are prohibited:

Attempting to gain unauthorised access to website systems or restricted information.
Introducing malicious software or interfering with website security.
Using automated tools to extract substantial amounts of website content without authorisation, except where permitted by law.
Submitting fraudulent, misleading or abusive enquiries.
Impersonating another individual or organisation.
Using the website in a manner that infringes the rights of GEM ALF or third parties.

GEM ALF may take proportionate steps to protect its website, services and users against misuse, subject to applicable law.

08 — THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES AND SERVICES

The GEM ALF website may contain links to third-party websites, publications, social media platforms and external services.

These links are provided for reference, convenience or additional information.

GEM ALF does not necessarily control or endorse third-party content, policies or services.

Visitors are encouraged to review the terms and privacy practices of external websites before using them.

Responsibility for third-party services is determined by the applicable law and the relevant circumstances.

09 — WEBSITE AVAILABILITY AND TECHNICAL OPERATION

GEM ALF aims to maintain a functional and accessible website.

However, access may occasionally be interrupted due to maintenance, technical issues, service provider disruptions or circumstances beyond reasonable control.

GEM ALF may update website features, content and technical functionality to maintain or improve the digital experience.

Nothing in these Terms excludes any obligations or rights that cannot lawfully be excluded.

10 — DISCLAIMER AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Website content is provided for general informational purposes.

GEM ALF makes reasonable efforts to ensure that published information is accurate and current but does not guarantee uninterrupted access or that every item description will be free from error.

To the extent permitted by applicable law, GEM ALF is not responsible for losses arising solely from temporary website unavailability, unauthorised use of the website or reliance on information that is expressly identified as preliminary.

Nothing in these Terms of Use limits or excludes liability where such limitation or exclusion is prohibited by applicable law, including mandatory consumer rights.

11 — PRIVACY AND COOKIES

GEM ALF respects the privacy of individuals visiting and interacting with its website.

Personal information submitted through contact forms, wishlist enquiries or other communications is handled in accordance with applicable data protection requirements.

For further information, please refer to:

Privacy Policy
https://www.gemalf.com/privacy-policy

Cookie Policy
[Insert published Cookie Policy URL]

Where applicable, visitors may also manage optional cookie preferences using the website's cookie controls.

12 — GOVERNING LAW AND APPLICABLE RIGHTS

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the Republic of Türkiye, subject to any mandatory legal provisions that may apply in a particular case.

Nothing in these Terms is intended to deprive visitors or consumers of protections provided by applicable mandatory law.

Any dispute relating to the website or its use will be addressed in accordance with the jurisdictional rules and procedures established by applicable law.