Leila Amineddoleh: Cultural Heritage, the Law, and Looting

Thursday, October 7 at 6:30 PM Via Zoom RSVP here to receive the link

For centuries, sought-after antiquities have been subject to high-profile ownership disputes. From the smuggling of religious artifacts out of the Holy Land to Hitler’s extensive looting of artistic property, cultural objects have been targeted by rapacious collectors and leaders. Whether ownership claims involve private parties or government entities, laws regulating the trade of art and antiquities have evolved over time, and they provide telling clues as to how we value art and cultural heritage.  Amineddoleh’s lecture will examine a number of antiquities disputes and will discuss legal topics related to the trade of artifacts. 

Leila Amineddoleh is founding partner at Amineddoleh and Associates.  She has successfully represented and advised the Greek Ministry of Culture, the Republic of Italy and various private individuals and governmental organizations against practices of looting, forgery and illicit sales of artworks.  Her publications can be found in multiple legal and cultural heritage journals, and she is adjunct professor at NYU and Fordham University.