The Case For Buying Antiquities To Save Them

Gary Vikan (2015). The Case For Buying Antiquities To Save Them. The Wall Street Journal. 19 August.

Title The Case For Buying Antiquities To Save Them
Publication Date 19th Aug 2015
Author
Source The Wall Street Journal
Country General
Region General
Art type Antiquities
Subject Theft, Threat, Preservation
Comments Obviously I completely disagree with Vikan and can point out numerous dubious/looted antiquities from non-war zones that his museum acquired during his tenure. This is not an impartial commentator.
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