2004
Volume 44, Issue 1
  • ISSN: 0167-2444
  • E-ISSN: 2949-8651

Abstract

Abstract

Restitution of colonial collections according to Jos van Beurden’s ethics. The Western world is increasingly recognizing its unjust colonial past. Looted art and other illegitimately obtained cultural objects should be returned to their countries of origin. Jos van Beurden advocates a new ethics of restitution. In an interview, he addresses questions of justice and casuistry, such as: What characterizes the injustice of looting? How do we know whether progress is made in the return-dossier? Should scientific finds like the also be returned? To whom should be returned? Are there good reasons to keep certain objects for Dutch museums? How should they be exhibited? Is the current return policy sufficient?

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