The Art Newspaper
"Czech-Liechtenstein Cultural Détente"
written by: Georgina Adam
published: 23 June 2010
accessed: 8 December 2012
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published: 23 June 2010
accessed: 8 December 2012
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A Breathing Summary
Czechoslovakia had taken some of Liechtenstein's land shortly after World War II. Along with the land, infrastructure and artistries were also taken captive. From that point until around 2009, the two countries have been at each other's necks for the art and property. While "art and property" may not seem to be such a huge deal, the art and property happened to be of princely possession prior to the seizure. Think of it like this:
You're running down the alley with a gun in your hand. It holds a single bullet. You turn a corner to another alley, and, after a while, you stop to catch your breath behind a large trash bin. You slide against the wall, hugging your knees, holding your gun, and you take a tentative look from behind the trash bin. Your gaze catches sight of a large, thin man, almost like spiderwebs, black spiderwebs, his fedora lying upon greasy black hair that goes down to his eyes.
Fiery eyes.
Eyes of death.
Eyes meant to kill.
You stand up and aim for the man's head. You've got only one shot, and from here, there's no way you can miss. There's no way that you can't put an end to this here and now.
You pull the trigger.
The gun clicks.
Opposite from you, a good distance away, the bullet in your firearm has found its way in the hand of the spidery man. He holds up his other hand and wags his finger, as if to say, "No, dear, that's not good for you," and afterwards slips the bullet in his mouth.
You needed that bullet. Now you have to die.
So, of course, the ruling people of Liechtenstein would love to have their property back. Over the years, however, the new prince has been quite lenient, and, in celebrating the newfound "Neoclassicism and Biedermeier" exhibit, which celebrates the arts in Czechoslovakia and Liechtenstein. While Liechtenstein is no longer eager for the return of previously owned arts, their economy is held strong through the exhibit and the LGT, a family bank.
You're running down the alley with a gun in your hand. It holds a single bullet. You turn a corner to another alley, and, after a while, you stop to catch your breath behind a large trash bin. You slide against the wall, hugging your knees, holding your gun, and you take a tentative look from behind the trash bin. Your gaze catches sight of a large, thin man, almost like spiderwebs, black spiderwebs, his fedora lying upon greasy black hair that goes down to his eyes.
Fiery eyes.
Eyes of death.
Eyes meant to kill.
You stand up and aim for the man's head. You've got only one shot, and from here, there's no way you can miss. There's no way that you can't put an end to this here and now.
You pull the trigger.
The gun clicks.
Opposite from you, a good distance away, the bullet in your firearm has found its way in the hand of the spidery man. He holds up his other hand and wags his finger, as if to say, "No, dear, that's not good for you," and afterwards slips the bullet in his mouth.
You needed that bullet. Now you have to die.
So, of course, the ruling people of Liechtenstein would love to have their property back. Over the years, however, the new prince has been quite lenient, and, in celebrating the newfound "Neoclassicism and Biedermeier" exhibit, which celebrates the arts in Czechoslovakia and Liechtenstein. While Liechtenstein is no longer eager for the return of previously owned arts, their economy is held strong through the exhibit and the LGT, a family bank.
You and your secret agent friend's thoughts:
It's good that the governments of Liechtenstein and Czechoslovakia no longer have to have tensions between them; instead of having to waste thousands of souls for property of art, the sharing of both through an exhibit that even raises money is a definite positive child that this couple created. This article helps bring the word (not about birds) of the trust found between Czechoslovakia and Liechtenstein.
Article's Relationship with A Lady Named Culture:
Art is very dominant in the European lifestyle, not limited to Czechoslovakia or Liechtenstein. The Renaissance was originally started within Europe, so it makes sense that there would be such a fuss over art in this area, as art is extremely valuable. This is likely to add to a country's prestige and economy (through its profundity of art, whatever profundity is). Culture and Article are good friends. Article brings her gifts every two months.