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An Argentine court returns an 18th-century work to the heirs of a Jewish art dealer
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An Argentine court returns an 18th-century work to the heirs of a Jewish art dealer

So, here's a fascinating twist in art restitution! An Argentine court has ordered the return of the painting 'Portrait of a Lady' to the heirs of Jacques Goudstikker, a Jewish art dealer whose collection was looted by the Nazis nearly 90 years ago. The painting was discovered in Mar del Plata, and the couple who had it accepted a deal to return it, which included a donation to a children's hospital. This ruling is seen as a significant step towards historical reparation for the victims of such atrocities. It’s heartwarming to see art returning to its rightful owners after so many years!
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