Ethiopia Receives Cultural Items Following a Long Residence in German Hands
Exactly 12 ancient items have been officially restored to the Ethiopian nation following remaining by a household from Germany for in excess of a century.
These treasures, initially collected in the early twentieth century by Germany's diplomat to the Ethiopian empire a German envoy and his spouse Hedwig, were transferred on Wednesday to the research center at Addis Ababa University.
This assortment included royal crowns, protective shields and paintings, each viewed as culturally valuable in the country.
"The treasures continue to stand as a emblem of the lasting and friendly relationship between the German nation and the Ethiopian people," said Ferdinand von Weyhe, Germany's ambassador to Ethiopia.
Dr. Ramon Wyss, whose parent was delivered during the household's service in Ethiopia, delivered the artefacts at a event witnessed by Tourism Minister the tourism official.
He explained that the family's goal to return the items was to "share their beauty with the people and safeguard the culture and history linked to my parent's beginning."
These items were either presents or purchases, as stated by the family.
"I would like to thank Professor Weiss's household for practically showing their sincere appreciation for the nation by diligently maintaining these items and vitally securing their homecoming to their rightful homeland," commented the minister of tourism.
The minister noted that the artefacts would shortly be made accessible to the public for study and scholarly work, describing the decision a significant step in preserving Ethiopia's national treasures.
"Initiatives will continue to bring back old artifacts that are found in the custody of individuals and entities throughout the planet," she affirmed.
During imperial control in the African continent, thousands of traditional artefacts were taken.
This call by African countries for the repatriation of stolen objects has been met with some success in recent years - even if some items are just on loan.
In two years ago, Germany was the first state to return a portion of the renowned historical items to the Nigerian people in an attempt to confront its "troubled past."
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