In honour of the 80th birthday of Prince Hans-Adam II von und zu Liechtenstein, the Princely House of Liechtenstein is celebrating its recent acquisition of Giambologna’s Mars – one of the most famous small bronzes of the late Italian Renaissance – by making it the centrepiece of a new exhibition.

The Princely Collections are guests at the Liechtenstein National Museum and are exhibiting this very special highlight from their collection for the first time.

Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity, Universality. These seven principles shape the work of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The Liechtenstein Red Cross (LRK) is part of this world’s largest humanitarian network and, as one of the country’s leading aid organizations, always puts people at the center.

Liechtenstein endures the six years of World War II without occupation or destruction. Nevertheless, as a neutral country without an army, it is in constant danger. With its 11’000 inhabitants, it lay between warring Germany and the armed neutral Switzerland. While it can lean on Switzerland for support, it faces the threat of annexation from Germany, the so-called Third Reich. This prospect is supported by local followers of National Socialism, which lead to societal division. Life is difficult for the people, and Liechtenstein's future as an independent state is uncertain.

The opening on Wdnesday, May 8 2025 6pm can also be followed or watched via livestream.