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NDTV
03-06-2025
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- NDTV
Planning A Trip To Spain? Start With These 5 Destinations
Thinking of travelling to Spain soon? You're going to love it. It's one of those places that just stay with you, the kind you'll want to visit again and again. From beautiful cities and amazing food to that lively, warm vibe, Spain really has it all. Whether you're wandering through art-filled streets in Madrid or chilling on the beaches in Valencia, there's something special around every corner. Here are 5 places you have to visit when you're there! What Are The Best Places To Visit In Spain? Here Are 5 Must-Visit Places: 1. Barcelona When we think of Spain, Barcelona is usually the first city that comes to mind. And why not? The city boasts stunning architecture, particularly the works of Antoni Gaudi, a vibrant nightlife and pristine beaches. The culinary offerings in Barcelona are equally delightful, making it a haven for food lovers. 2. Madrid Madrid is the capital city of Spain and attracts millions of tourists annually. It's a must-visit place for those who appreciate art, as the city is home to some of the best museums in the world. Some museums that you shouldn't miss visiting while in Madrid include the Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen-Bornemisza. 3. Seville Another city you cannot miss visiting in Spain is Seville. Located within the autonomous community of Andalusia, it offers some of the country's best food and music. Seville is particularly famous for flamenco - a traditional art form combining singing, dancing and instrumental music. Here, you can also get to witness grand palaces and Moorish architecture. 4. Valencia If you wish to explore the eastern coast of Spain, don't miss visiting Valencia. The city beautifully blends modern and traditional architecture and also has beautiful beaches. Overall, it has a vibrant vibe throughout the year as it holds several exciting festivals. Valencia is also considered to be the birthplace of Paella - a popular Spanish rice dish. 5. San Sebastian If you're a food enthusiast, San Sebastian is the place to be. This tiny seaside town offers world-class cuisine and is particularly famous for dishes like Basque Tapas and desserts like Basque cheesecake. Apart from food, the city's elegant Art Nouveau buildings and beaches further add to its charm and appeal. So, if you're planning a trip to Spain anytime soon, make sure to visit these places!
Euronews
11-03-2025
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- Euronews
US Supreme Court revives case around ownership of Nazi-looted painting
The case surrounding the ownership of a painting stolen by the Nazis from a Jewish woman has been ongoing for twenty years. ADVERTISEMENT The quest for the ownership of a French impressionist painting once stolen by the Nazis from a Jewish woman has been revived once again, following a decision from the United States Supreme Court. The contentious piece of art is Camille Pissarro's 1897 oil canvas 'Rue Saint-Honoré, in the afternoon. Effect of rain", currently hanging in the Thyssen-Bornemisza museum in Madrid. The piece depicts a rainswept Paris street and is part of a series of works made by Pissarro towards the end of his career. It is estimated to be worth tens of millions of dollars. The Supreme Court said yesterday that the case should be reconsidered under a new California law aimed at strengthening the claims of Holocaust survivors seeking to recover Nazi-looted art. In doing so, the justices overturned previous lower court decisions that sided with the Thyssen-Bornemisza museum. This is a major turnaround in one of the world's oldest cases of legal action against Nazi art theft. The painting was originally owned by German Jewish art collector Julius Cassirer, who bought it from Pissarro in 1900. On the eve of World War II, it was in the hands of his daughter-in-law, Lilly Cassirer Neubauer. She was forced to surrender the artwork to the Nazis, in exchange for visas to escape Germany with her husband. The painting was sold at a Nazi government auction in 1943 and changed hands several times over the years, before the Spanish government bought it from Baron Hans Heinrich Thyssen-Bornemisza in the 1990s. It has since remained on display in Madrid. Heirs of the Cassirer Neubauer family, who now live in California, first sued the Thyssen-Bornemisza museum for ownership in 2005, after discovering that the canvas had not in fact been lost. Lilly Cassirer Neubauer's great-grandson, David Cassirer, said in a statement that he was thankful to the Supreme Court 'for insisting on applying principles of right and wrong.' Throughout this case, the museum has repeatedly said it was not aware of the painting's stolen status when its curators purchased it. A lawyer for the Thyssen-Bornemisza said the institution would continue working toward confirming the piece's ownership 'as it has for the past 20 years.' According to the Jewish Claims Conference, the Nazis seized about 600,000 artworks, cultural and religious items from Jewish people during the Holocaust.
Euronews
11-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Euronews
US Supreme Court revives case around ownership of Nazi-looted Pissarro painting in Spanish museum
By Sarah Miansoni The case surrounding the ownership of a painting stolen by the Nazis from a Jewish woman has been ongoing for twenty years. ADVERTISEMENT The quest for the ownership of a French impressionist painting once stolen by the Nazis from a Jewish woman has been revived once again, following a decision from the United States Supreme Court. The contentious piece of art is Camille Pissarro's 1897 oil canvas 'Rue Saint-Honoré, in the afternoon. Effect of rain", currently hanging in the Thyssen-Bornemisza museum in Madrid. The piece depicts a rainswept Paris street and is part of a series of works made by Pissarro towards the end of his career. It is estimated to be worth tens of millions of dollars. The Supreme Court said yesterday that the case should be reconsidered under a new California law aimed at strengthening the claims of Holocaust survivors seeking to recover Nazi-looted art. In doing so, the justices overturned previous lower court decisions that sided with the Thyssen-Bornemisza museum. This is a major turnaround in one of the world's oldest cases of legal action against Nazi art theft. The painting was originally owned by German Jewish art collector Julius Cassirer, who bought it from Pissarro in 1900. On the eve of World War II, it was in the hands of his daughter-in-law, Lilly Cassirer Neubauer. She was forced to surrender the artwork to the Nazis, in exchange for visas to escape Germany with her husband. The painting was sold at a Nazi government auction in 1943 and changed hands several times over the years, before the Spanish government bought it from Baron Hans Heinrich Thyssen-Bornemisza in the 1990s. It has since remained on display in Madrid. David Cassirer, great-grandson of Lilly Cassirer Neubauer, in front of the Supreme Court Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. Heirs of the Cassirer Neubauer family, who now live in California, first sued the Thyssen-Bornemisza museum for ownership in 2005, after discovering that the canvas had not in fact been lost. Lilly Cassirer Neubauer's great-grandson, David Cassirer, said in a statement that he was thankful to the Supreme Court 'for insisting on applying principles of right and wrong.' Throughout this case, the museum has repeatedly said it was not aware of the painting's stolen status when its curators purchased it. A lawyer for the Thyssen-Bornemisza said the institution would continue working toward confirming the piece's ownership 'as it has for the past 20 years.' According to the Jewish Claims Conference, the Nazis seized about 600,000 artworks, cultural and religious items from Jewish people during the Holocaust.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
The US high court revives a case around Nazi-looted impressionist painting in Spanish museum
MADRID (AP) — The fate of a French impressionist painting once stolen by the Nazis from a Jewish woman is in question once again after the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday revived a case that could decide its ownership. At issue is whether the painting, Camille Pissarro's 'Rue Saint-Honoré in the Afternoon, Effect of Rain,' should remain in the hands of a prominent Spanish museum where it now hangs — or with the descendants of the woman. On Monday, the Supreme Court said the case should be reconsidered under a California law passed last year that aims to strengthen the claims of Holocaust survivors and their families seeking to recover stolen art. In doing so, the justices overturned previous lower court decisions that sided with the Thyssen-Bornemisza museum in Madrid. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. The oil painting from 1897 depicts a rainswept Paris street and is estimated to be worth tens of millions of dollars. Its owner was once Lilly Cassirer Neubauer, a German Jew who surrendered the painting to the Nazis in order to get visas for herself and her husband to leave Germany. The painting changed hands a number of times for years, traveling to the United States where it spent 25 years with different collectors before it was bought in 1976 by Baron Hans Heinrich Thyssen-Bornemisza of Lugano, Switzerland. He owned it until the 1990s, when he sold much of his art collection to Spain. On Monday, Neubauer's great-grandson and California resident David Cassirer said in a statement that he was thankful to the U.S. high court 'for insisting on applying principles of right and wrong.' He took over the family's fight for the painting after his father Claude Cassirer — who had first discovered that the painting was not lost but on display in the Madrid art museum — died in 2010. A lawyer representing the Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection Foundation said that the foundation would continue working toward confirming the painting's ownership 'as it has for the past 20 years.' Thaddeus Stauber also said the U.S. high court's order provided a first opportunity to examine the new California law and what effect it could have on the museum's 'repeatedly affirmed rightful ownership.'
The Hill
10-03-2025
- General
- The Hill
The US high court revives a case around Nazi-looted impressionist painting in Spanish museum
MADRID (AP) — The fate of a French impressionist painting once stolen by the Nazis from a Jewish woman is in question once again after the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday revived a case that could decide its ownership. At issue is whether the painting, Camille Pissarro's 'Rue Saint-Honoré in the Afternoon, Effect of Rain,' should remain in the hands of a prominent Spanish museum where it now hangs — or with the descendants of the woman. On Monday, the Supreme Court said the case should be reconsidered under a California law passed last year that aims to strengthen the claims of Holocaust survivors and their families seeking to recover stolen art. In doing so, the justices overturned previous lower court decisions that sided with the Thyssen-Bornemisza museum in Madrid. The oil painting from 1897 depicts a rainswept Paris street and is estimated to be worth tens of millions of dollars. Its owner was once Lilly Cassirer Neubauer, a German Jew who surrendered the painting to the Nazis in order to get visas for herself and her husband to leave Germany. The painting changed hands a number of times for years, traveling to the United States where it spent 25 years with different collectors before it was bought in 1976 by Baron Hans Heinrich Thyssen-Bornemisza of Lugano, Switzerland. He owned it until the 1990s, when he sold much of his art collection to Spain. On Monday, Neubauer's great-grandson and California resident David Cassirer said in a statement that he was thankful to the U.S. high court 'for insisting on applying principles of right and wrong.' He took over the family's fight for the painting after his father Claude Cassirer — who had first discovered that the painting was not lost but on display in the Madrid art museum — died in 2010. A lawyer representing the Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection Foundation said that the foundation would continue working toward confirming the painting's ownership 'as it has for the past 20 years.' Thaddeus Stauber also said the U.S. high court's order provided a first opportunity to examine the new California law and what effect it could have on the museum's 'repeatedly affirmed rightful ownership.'
