BLUF
Investigative journalists discovered a Nazi-looted 18th-century painting—Portrait of a Lady, by Giuseppe Vittore Ghislandi—hanging in a Mar del Plata home. The artwork was traced to Hermann Göring's associate Friedrich Kadgien.Learning Outcomes:
- Recognize the systematic seizure of artworks during WWII and the role of figures like Hermann Göring and Friedrich Kadgien in Nazi art looting.
- Understand how investigative journalism aids in uncovering and recovering stolen cultural heritage.
- Appreciate the complexities of provenance research in verifying ownership and authenticity of looted artworks.
