Emil Bührle's art collection, built on arms trade wealth and controversial acquisitions during WWII, faces scrutiny, particularly regarding the ownership of Van Gogh's 'Head of a Peasant Woman'.
The provenance of 'Head of a Peasant Woman' is unclear, having changed hands during the Nazi regime. Estate research aims to uncover its ownership history before Bührle.
Gustav Schweitzer, the last known owner before Bührle, faced dire consequences as a Jewish collector during the Nazi era, including emigration and property confiscation.
As claims emerge against Bührle's collection, the uncertainty surrounding the ownership of Van Gogh's works reflects broader issues related to art restitution and historical accountability.
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