Two German archaeologists use science to recreate the lost colors of antiquity. Historians debate just how authentic their version of the past really is.
Tag: Metropolitan Museum of Art
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Cambodia Says It’s Found Its Lost Artifacts: in Gallery 249 at the Met
Cambodia suspects many items were looted and has concerns about a former curator’s business relationship with a Met donor later accused of antiquities trafficking. The museum is seeking evidence of the claims.
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Investigators Say Collector Had Suspect Art and Lots of Chutzpah
The investigators say Georges Lotfi invited them to his storage space because he did not think they would suspect that the antiquities he kept there were stolen, an accusation he denies.
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Daniel Weiss, Met Museum’s Chief Executive, to Step Down
Daniel H. Weiss was a stabilizing force, but his departure raises questions about whether the museum’s two-pronged management structure still works and will continue.