Cultural Property
/ˈkʌltʃərəl ˈprɒpərti/
Definitions
- (n.) Physical objects, sites, or artifacts with cultural, historical, archaeological, or religious significance protected by law.
The museum safeguarded the cultural property seized from illegal export.
- (n.) Legal category encompassing items considered heritage and subject to international protection under conventions like the 1970 UNESCO Convention.
States have obligations to prevent illicit trafficking of cultural property under international treaties.
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Commentary
The term covers tangible items of cultural significance protected under various national and international laws; distinguishing it from intangible cultural heritage is important in legal contexts.
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