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From Stolen Heritage to Restitution: The Story Behind Looted Art

Photo from Adolf Hitler at the Haus der Kunst München, 1939. Image available at: https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2018/05/09/damning-report-says-france-must-catch-up-fast-in-return-of-nazi-era-loot
Photo from Adolf Hitler at the Haus der Kunst München, 1939. Image available at: https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2018/05/09/damning-report-says-france-must-catch-up-fast-in-return-of-nazi-era-loot

By Amanda Buonaiuto

What is Looted Art?

Looted art, also known as stolen art, refers to artifacts that have been unlawfully taken from their rightful owners through various means, such as theft and coercion during times of conflict, colonization, or war. The term encompasses a wide range of cultural objects that hold significant historical value, including artworks, archaeological items and religious relics.

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