Images and Licensing
Conditions for Use of Digital Images
Reproductions are provided for private study, scholarship, and research uses only, in accordance with the Copyright law (Title 17, United States Code). Reproductions are the sole and exclusive property of the Lillian and Clarence de la Chapelle Medical Archives and may not be reproduced in any fashion or used for any purpose other than private scholarship without the express written consent of the Lillian and Clarence de la Chapelle Medical Archives.
Requesting Images for Personal/Educational Use
Submit your request via the Reference Contact Form of the image(s) you would like to use. High-resolution images are provided in TIFF format, and are sent via electronic delivery. Requests for images from our digital collections are usually processed within two business days after request is received.
Citation for images: Appropriate credit for use reproduction is as follows: "Image courtesy of The Lillian and Clarence de la Chapelle Medical Archives at NYU."
| Use Type | Terms | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Use Only | Private study, scholarship, and research uses only. | No charge |
Ordering Images for Commercial Use
For commercial use, you must purchase the appropriate license; see Fee Schedule below. Submit your request via the Reference Contact Form of the image(s) you would like to license. Please include as much information about how you plan to use the image, and the details of the commercial product. After your request is reviewed and approved, you will receive an invoice with the applicable fees. High-resolution images are provided in TIFF format, and are sent via electronic delivery. Requests for images are usually processed within a day or two after payment is received.
All units of New York University, non-profit organizations (with the exception of university presses) and governmental organizations will not be subject to commercial license fees. To request non-profit consideration, we must receive a copy of your organization's 501(c) documentation with your license request. All licenses are granted for the specific work and/or edition specified in the original request. For use in any subsequent editions/works not originally specified, you must request a new commercial license. The Lillian and Clarence de la Chapelle Medical Archives reserves the right to negotiate or refuse any licensing request.
Payment: Payment may be made via Credit Card, or Debit Card. Payment is due upon receipt of invoice. All sales are final.
Citation for images: Appropriate credit for use reproduction is as follows: "Image courtesy of The Lillian and Clarence de la Chapelle Medical Archives at NYU."
| Print/Web Use | Terms | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Books | Cover | $100.00 |
| Inside Photography | $50 first image, $30 each additional image | |
| Magazines & Newspapers | Cover | $200.00 |
| Inside Photography | $100 first image, $50 each additional image | |
| University Presses & Journals | Cover | $75.00 |
| Inside Photography | $25 first image, $10 each additional image | |
| Internet Only* | Open Use | $25.00 per image |
| Subscriber-Only Use | $50.00 per image |
| Audio /Visual Use | Terms | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Major Studios | North America Only | $200 for the first image; $100 each additional image |
| North America Only, includes additional materials** | $300 for the first image; $200 each additional image | |
| Worldwide | $300 for the first image; $200 each additional image | |
| Worldwide, includes additional materials** | $400 for the first image; $300 each additional image | |
| Independent Production Companies | North America Only | $50 for the first image; $20 each additional image |
| North America Only, includes additional materials** | $100 for the first image; $70 each additional image | |
| North America Only, includes additional materials** | $150 for the first image; $100 each additional image | |
| Worldwide, includes additional materials** | $200 for the first image; $150 each additional image |
*Licensed materials must be protected from download
** "Additional materials" includes DVD*, CD*, Internet streaming and promotional materials
Copyright Statement
The copyright law of the United States (Title 17, United States Code) governs the making of photocopies or other reproductions of copyrighted material. Under certain conditions specified in the law, libraries and archives are authorized to furnish a photocopy or other reproduction for "fair use". One of these conditions is that the photocopy or reproduction is not to be "used for any purpose other than private study, scholarship, or research." If a user makes a request for, or later uses, a photocopy or reproduction for purposes in excess of "fair use," that user may be liable for copyright infringement. This institution reserves the right to refuse to accept a copying order if, in its judgment, fulfillment of the order would involve violation of copyright law.