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Is Political Interference Impacting British Museum’s Leadership Appointment?

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In a recent development at the British Museum, tensions have arisen between museum officials and the Prime Minister’s office regarding the selection of the institution’s next director. Reports from the Telegraph indicate a clash between British Museum chairman George Osborne and officials from the Prime Minister’s office over the selection process for the museum’s next […]

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Works Allegedly Looted by Russian Forces are Identified by Kherson Art Museum Identifies in a Propaganda Video

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Introduction Recent revelations by Ukraine’s Kherson Art Museum shed light on the alleged looting of artworks from its collection by Russian forces. The discovery was made possible through a “propaganda video” filmed in a Crimean museum, leading to the identification of 100 stolen works. This development further underscores the ongoing cultural ramifications of the conflict

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British Museum Announces Ambitious Plan to Digitize Entire Collection

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In an effort to enhance security, improve public access, and address repatriation demands, the British Museum has unveiled a bold plan to digitize its entire collection. The project is set to span five years and involves digitizing or upgrading 2.4 million records. The announcement comes on the heels of a shocking incident where approximately 2,000

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The British Museum Launches New Section on Website Dedicated to the Recovery of 2,000 Stolen Items

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Introduction The British Museum has taken a bold step in its quest to recover 2,000 stolen items from its collection. In the wake of a shocking scandal involving a senior curator, Peter Higgs, who is suspected of theft, the museum has launched a public appeal. This initiative invites individuals who may have unknowingly possessed or

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Museum Heist: Valuable Buddha Statue Worth $1.5 Million Stolen from Los Angeles Art Gallery

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Introduction In a shocking incident earlier this month, a priceless Buddha statue, dating back to Japan’s Edo Period and valued at $1.5 million, was stolen from the renowned Barakat Gallery in Beverly Grove, Los Angeles. This bronze masterpiece, weighing 250 pounds, had been in the possession of gallery owner Fayez Barakat for over half a

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Re-evaluating the British Museum’s Role: A Dialogue on Colonial Artefacts and Ethical Obligations

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Introduction The British Museum’s loss of 1,500 items, allegations of theft involving insiders, and the questions raised about its extensive collection’s origins have ignited a renewed discussion on the moral and ethical aspects of retaining artefacts acquired during the era of imperialism. In light of these developments, Professor Kavita Singh’s perspective becomes a critical lens

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Controversy Over Theft of Artifacts Forces British Museum Director’s Immediate Resignation

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In a surprising turn of events, Hartwig Fischer, the director of the renowned British Museum, has announced his immediate resignation, cutting short his expected tenure. Fischer’s decision comes as a response to the escalating controversy surrounding the theft of objects from the museum’s esteemed collection, purportedly by a senior curator employed at the institution. Allegations

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\’Basquiat painting\’ in Orlando under FBI scrutiny; in New York, couple tries to casually walk away with his $45,000 painting

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Young and enigmatic American Neo-expressionist Jean-Michel Basquiat is in the eye of the storm of recent news On view at the Orlando Museum of Art beginning February 12, 2022: 26 works by Jean-Michel Basquiat from 1982. Mark your calendars! ?#HeroesandMonsters #Basquiat #OrlandoMuseumofArt pic.twitter.com/NmjO3OyTcl — Orlando Museum°Art (@omaorlando) January 17, 2022 Fresh concerns have erupted about

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Scream! One of history\’s most infamous art heists was pulled off today

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February 12, On This Day The immensely popular composition dubbed The Scream, created by Norwegian artist Edvard Munch, is one of the most iconic images of art, seen as “symbolizing the anxiety of the human condition”. Munch created four versions of the painting and a lithograph stone, from which several prints survive. Here’s a

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\’The world needs to rally for Afghan artists\’; Beyoncé croons to Basquiat; \’India\’s Banksy\’ gets interviewed

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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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