Ethiopia has welcomed the return of 12 historic artifacts that spent more than a century in the care of a German family, marking a powerful moment in the country’s cultural recovery efforts. These precious items, which include crowns, shields, and paintings, were originally gathered in the 1920s by a German diplomat stationed in the country. The envoy’s own family proactively facilitated their repatriation, wishing to share these treasures with the public and honor their connection to Ethiopia. This event marks a celebratory milestone for Ethiopia’s cultural heritage, with officials praising the gesture as an expression of profound friendship. It also reinforces a growing, global movement to return culturally significant objects to their nations of origin, ensuring they are accessible for future generations to study and admire.
BBC
