Routledge Restoring the Law of Restitution of Cultural Property

Explore the complex legal landscape of cultural heritage with this groundbreaking work from Routledge. This book examines the restoration of the law of restitution of cultural property by connecting legal dimensions with the historical reality of events that occurred during the colonial era. It addresses how laws can address the violation of persons and the desecration of heritage. By analyzing specific, high-profile cases, the text provides a framework for understanding how the law of restitution can be defragmented and restored. The author uses the contested ownership of the Parthenon Sculptures and the Zhanggong Zushi mummy, encased in a Buddha statue, as central points of orientation. This approach offers deep insights into modern claims for the return of colonial-era and Indigenous cultural property. This volume is an essential resource for those studying the intersection of international law, colonial history, and museum collections.