The collective Looty in London virtually reclaims items from Western museums to give people from former colonies a chance to learn about their stolen heritage.
Tag: Arts and Antiquities Looting
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How 4 Countries Are Preparing to Bring Stolen Treasures Home
While attention is focused on western museums and governments giving back looted items, heritage workers in the global south are laying the groundwork for new claims.
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After Ukraine’s Kakhovka Dam Disaster, a Hunt for Ancient Treasures
After the Kakhovka dam was blown up in June, the reservoir above it quickly drained, revealing a bonanza of artifacts that has electrified Ukrainian archaeologists.
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At the Met, She Holds Court. At Home, She Held 71 Looted Antiquities.
Shelby White has given the museum generous gifts and 33 years of service as a trustee. But investigators recently seized many of her ancient artifacts, including 17 that were on loan to the Met.