Historians are once again advocating for the return of the Nefertiti bust to Egypt as the Grand Egyptian Museum prepares to open. The iconic artifact, which has been housed in Berlin since 1913, has become a symbol of the complex issues surrounding the restitution of cultural artifacts.
The opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing debate over the provenance and ownership of historical treasures. Art historians and cultural scholars argue that the bust, a masterpiece of ancient Egyptian craftsmanship, should be returned to its country of origin to ensure its preservation and cultural context.