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In the past few years there has been a great deal of discussion about antiquities and the desire of countries of origin—Greece and Italy chief among them—to reclaim certain works of art. The J. Paul Getty Museum recently adopted a new acquisitions policy to further our mutual goal of eliminating illicit trading in antiquities and protecting archaeological sites.
The Getty recently resolved claims for four objects by Greece, and we have reached an agreement on our outstanding issues with Italy.
We are committed to continuing our cooperative work with Greece and Italy in the areas of exhibitions, publications, conservation, and research projects, while adhering to the highest ethical standards and in compliance with all applicable laws.
Below is a collection of press releases and public statements the Getty has issued on this important matter.
Italy
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August 1, 2007: Italian Ministry of Culture and J. Paul Getty Trust Reach Agreement |
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May 10, 2007: International Experts Convene at the Getty Villa to Study Cult Statue of a Goddess |
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March 8, 2007: J. Paul Getty Museum Announces Scientific Workshop: International Experts Will Join Study of Cult Statue of a Goddess |
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March 2, 2007: Statement from the J. Paul Getty Museum Regarding the Riace Bronzes |
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January 31, 2007: "Object Lesson," Wall Street Journal Op-Ed By Michael Brand, director of the J. Paul Getty Museum |
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December 20, 2006: J. Paul Getty Trust's Statement in Response to Italy's Minister of Culture Franceso Rutelli, Wednesday, December 20, 2006 in Rome |
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November 28, 2006: "Italy and the Getty Must Find Common Ground," Los Angeles Times Op-Ed by Michael Brand, director of the J. Paul Getty Museum |
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November 23, 2006: J. Paul Getty Museum Issues Statement
Museum Director Reconfirms Decision to Return 26 Objects to Italy; Repeats Offer to Continue Discussions toward a Comprehensive Collaborative Agreement |
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November 21, 2006: J. Paul Getty Museum to Return 26 Objects to Italy |
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November 20, 2006: Response of the J. Paul Getty Trust to the Italian Government's Claim to the Statue of a Victorious Youth, 77.AB.30 |
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June 21, 2006: The J. Paul Getty Trust and the Italian Ministry of Culture Issue Joint Statement |
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January 31, 2006: J. Paul Getty Trust and Italian Ministry of Culture Issue Joint Statement |
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October 3, 2005: Statement Regarding Returned Objects from the Getty |
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Other antiquities-related statements
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