... that contract. Dotty's statement was a vitally important one, as the contract may never have been entered into by Charlie if it had not been made, which under the authority of Couchman v Hill 1947 is an material factor in determining whether a statement constitutes a term of the contract. Another influential element is the knowledge of the contracting parties in the area that the contract is made, which in this case revolves around paintings and artists. As the art gallery is said to belong to Dotty it is arguable that her knowledge wouldl be greater than Charlies, although we are unaware of any specialist understanding that Charlie may have. It would help Charlies case if he wanted to sue for breach of contract if it could be established that Dotty is more of an expert than he is. This is because Dick Bentley Productions v Harold Smith Motors 1965 ...

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