Property In Cyprus
Cyprus Ethnological Materials Information Page
Icon of Christ Arakiotis, from the Church of Panagia tou Araka at Lagoudera. Photo courtesy of the Department of Antiquities, Cyprus Materials produced during the Byzantine period illustrate the high degree of artistic achievement on Cyprus and include some of the finest pieces of Byzantine art ever produced. International recognition of certain Byzantine monuments on the island is exemplified by their inscription on the World Heritage List. Due to their great value on the U.S. and international art market, Byzantine ecclesiastical material and items of ritual significance such as icons are subject to pillage throughout Cyprus. ... [Read More]
Cyprus Archaeological Materials Information Page
Cypriot culture is among the oldest in the Mediterranean. Its rich archaeological heritage illustrates the interaction of the island's inhabitants with neighboring societies, while maintaining a uniquely Cypriot character. Much of the history of the island from the 8th millennium B.C. to approximately 330 A.D. can be understood only from archaeological remains, as historical texts are very rare. There is a long history of documented pillage of archaeological sites in Cyprus, including evidence of current pillage; such activity jeopardizes the ability of archaeologists and historians to reconstruct Cypriot culture. The MOU offers the opportunity for the U.S. and Cyprus to cooperate in reducing the incentive for further pillage thereby protecting the context of intact sites for scientific study. [Read More]
Buying Property in Northern Cyprus (Taken Question)
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Cyprus Federal Register Notice, 2002
(b) Cypro-Geometric to Cypro-Archaic (c. 1050-475 B.C.)--Figurines show a greater diversity of form than earlier figurines. Female figurines are still common, but forms also include male horse-and-rider figurines; warrior figures; animals such as birds, bulls and pigs; tubular figurines; boat models; and human masks. In the Cypro-Archaic period, terra cotta models illustrate a variety of daily activities, including the process of making pottery and grinding grain. Other examples include musicians and men in chariots. Approximately 7-19 cm in height. ... [Read More]
Cyprus Image Collection Copyright Statement
The Cultural Property Advisory Committee and the U.S. Department of State are offering broad public access to illustrations of archaeological and ethnological artifacts from Cyprus to enhance enforcement of the 1970 UNESCO Convention by illustrating artifact types subject to looting. Materials in this collection are protected by U.S. and international copyright law. Information on copyright owners and restrictions for individual images are noted in the Copyright field that accompanies each image. Transmission or reproduction of images in this site beyond that allowed by fair use requires the written permission of the copyright owner: ... [Read More]
Foreign Purchases of Property in North Cyprus (Taken Question)
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Cyprus Federal Register Notice, 1999
The U.S. joined international efforts and actively participated in deliberations resulting in the 1970 UNESCO Convention on the Means of Prohibiting and Preventing the Illicit Import, Export and Transfer of Ownership of Cultural Property (823 U.N.T.S. 231 (1972)). U.S. acceptance of the 1970 UNESCO Convention was codified into U.S. law as the "Convention on Cultural Property Implementation Act" (Pub.L. 97-446, 19 U.S.C. 2601 et seq.) ("the Act"). This was done to promote U.S. leadership in achieving greater international cooperation towards preserving cultural treasures that are of importance to the nations from where they originate and to achieving greater international understanding of mankind's common heritage. ... [Read More]
U.S. Response | Image Database
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Cyprus - Classical Bronze Cow Figurine
Type of Object: Sculpture Materials: Bronze Measurements: 5 to 25 cm. in height. Date or Period: 5th Century B.C. Maker: Classical Designated List Section: 3A3 Sculpture Date of Import Restriction: 07/19/2002 [Read More]
Cyprus - Byzantine Wall Painting of St.Theodoros and St. George
Type of Object: Wall Painting Materials: Paint on Plaster Measurements: Various Date or Period: Byzantine Maker: Byzantine Designated List Section: VII Frescos/Wall Paintings Date of Import Restriction: 04/12/1999 [Read More]
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