Manifesto

This blog focuses on the topic of the fate of art - paintings and sculpture - before, during and after World War II.

When Germany was at its most triumphant, during the early part of the war, treasures from the conquered countries were brought in to Germany.

When Germany was being destroyed by the resurgent Allies, during the latter half of the war, every effort was made (except during the second battle of Monte Cassino) to avoid damaging any historic cities and their artwork. The artwork that had been confiscated was hidden away.

Some of it is only now surfacing.