Islamic State's looting of antiquities is rising but hard facts remain scarce
Vincent Noce (2017). Islamic State's looting of antiquities is rising but hard facts remain scarce. The Art Newspaper. 19 October.
| Title | Islamic State's looting of antiquities is rising but hard facts remain scarce |
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| Publication Date | 19th Oct 2017 |
| Author | Vincent Noce |
| Source | The Art Newspaper |
| Country | Iraq, Syria |
| Region | South and East Asia |
| Art type | Antiquities |
| Subject | Theft, Destruction |
| Comments | Nothing we haven't heard before. Yes, IS is on the retreat, but yes, they still loot and destroy antiquities. And no, the fabulous sums they're allegedly making from it are still not verifiable by any stretch. Also, the number of fakes on the market increases. |
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