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Can Nepalese Activists Reclaim Stolen Treasures Valued at Over $1 Million?

In a significant victory for cultural heritage preservation, Nepal celebrated the repatriation of four antiquities valued at more than $1 million in early December. Among the returned treasures were a large pair of gilt-bronze Bhairava masks, stolen in the mid-1990s, which had made their way to the collections of prestigious institutions like the Rubin Museum […]

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Manhattan District Attorney Returns Stolen Antiquities Valued at Over $1 Million to Nepal

Repatriation of Stolen Artefacts Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has announced the successful repatriation of four antiquities, collectively valued at more than $1 million, to Nepal. The restitution is a significant development in ongoing investigations into Nepalese trafficking networks, with connections to the alleged prolific looter Subhash Kapoor. Recovered Antiquities: Unmasking the Stolen Treasures The

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The Kwer’ata Re’esu: A Stolen Ethiopian Icon’s Long and Enigmatic Journey

Introduction In the annals of history, certain art thefts stand out not just for their audacity but for the remarkable journeys that the stolen artworks undertake. Among these stories, the seizure of the 500-year-old Ethiopian painting of Christ, known as the Kwer’ata Re’esu, in 1868 by British Museum agent Richard Holmes, remains a captivating tale.

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Revelations About Roman Abramovich’s Private Art Collection, Tax Fraud Trial, Restitution of Ethiopian Artifacts, and More

Roman Abramovich’s Extensive Art Collection Unveiled A recent investigation by The Guardian has shed light on the vast private art collection of Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich. The collection, comprising over 300 pieces, has an estimated total value of $953 million. While Abramovich’s ownership of notable works such as Lucian Freud’s “Benefits Supervisor Sleeping” and Francis

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Italy Reclaims 266 Looted Antiquities Worth Millions in Recent Repatriation Effort from US

In a significant repatriation effort, Italy has successfully reclaimed 266 antiquities that were looted and subsequently sold to private collectors and museums in the United States. Valued at “3.5 millions of euros,” these artifacts mark a crucial step towards restoring Italy’s cultural heritage. The repatriation includes a diverse range of items, with some being seized

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15 Antiquities from New York’s Met Among 150 Returning to India in 3-6 Months

In a significant development, the Union Culture Secretary, Govind Mohan, announced that fifteen antiquities returned by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York are expected to arrive in India within the next 3-6 months. This marks the first batch of antiquities that the Met has willingly agreed to return to India, showcasing a positive

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Dutch Museums Initiate Restitution: Returning Looted Art and Artifacts to Indonesia and Sri Lanka

In a significant move towards reconciliation with their colonial past, two Dutch museums have announced plans to return hundreds of cultural artefacts to Indonesia and Sri Lanka. These objects, ranging from a beautifully adorned cannon to precious metals and jewellery, were taken during the colonial era, often through forceful means. The restitution of 478 “cultural

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Guggenheim Director to step down, Germany to return sacred statue to Cameroon, and more art news

Guggenheim Director to Depart Museum After 14 Years The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation, which oversees the namesake New York museum and three other international outposts in Venice, Bilbao, and Abu Dhabi (upcoming), will bid adieu to its director, Richard Armstrong who served for 14 years, in 2023. Guggenheim did not provide a reason for his

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#MeToo protest against Picasso; Just-Restituted Nazi-Looted paintings eye Christie’s auction

A SUMMARY OF THE MOST EXCITING ART NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE While we focus on Indian art, we can’t obviously function in a vacuum. It’s a small world and everything is connected, especially on the web. So, let’s train our spotlight across the world map to see what’s going on — from art trends

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