Salt Mines and Castles: The Discovery and Restitution of Looted European Art
Salt Mines and Castles: The Discovery and Restitution of Looted European Art
Published in 1946, 'Salt Mines and Castles' is an autobiographical account by Thomas Carr Howe, who served as a Monuments, Fine Arts and Archives Officer in post-World War II Germany. The book details his experiences recovering looted European art from various locations, including a monastery in Czechoslovakia and a salt mine in Austria, as well as his role in the restitution of these artworks to their rightful owners. Howe also highlights the efforts of his fellow officers, providing a broader perspective on the challenges of art recovery during this tumultuous period.
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