Thieves break antique idols hoping to find gold inside
The Hindu (2015). Thieves break antique idols hoping to find gold inside. The Hindu. 19 May.
| Title | Thieves break antique idols hoping to find gold inside |
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| Publication Date | 19th May 2015 |
| Author | The Hindu |
| Source | The Hindu |
| Country | India |
| Region | South and East Asia |
| Art type | Sacred Art |
| Subject | Theft, Destruction, Arrest |
| Comments | A horrific case. Thieves stole three idols, broke them open looking for non-existent gold, welded them back together, and were caught trying to sell them to a person who notified the police. Idols were panchaloha from Chennakeshava temple, Alur. |
| Link | http://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/bangalore/thieves-break-antique-idols-hoping-to-find-gold-inside/article7221305.ece |
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