Karenni State Artifacts Safeguarded from Conflict Damage
Loikaw Museum's bronze drums and artifacts were safely relocated amid Myanmar military shelling, dispelling false looting reports. #southeastasianarchaeology #Myanmar #Loikaw ...
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The act of looting or stealing during a disturbance is a form of cultural theft. Looted artifacts often become part of the antiquities trade in Southeast Asia. In some cases, artifacts whose provenance can be established are repatriated to their home countries.
Thai Antiques: Lost, Smuggled, and Reclaimed
Thailand’s struggle to reclaim lost antiques like the Golden Boy highlights the complex trade history and efforts to restore cultural ...
Malaysia Holds Chinese Dredger Linked to WWII Shipwreck Looting
Malaysian authorities detain Chinese dredger MV Chuan Hong 68 for suspected WWII shipwreck plundering. Investigations continue. #southeastasianarchaeology #Malaysia #WWII #maritimeheritage
[Podcast] What happened to Thailand’s Ban Chiang relics? Plus Judy Watson’s life of art
The first half of this radio program features an interview with Dr Melody Rod-ari on the history of Ban Chiang, ...
Cambodia Champions Cultural Heritage at International Conference
Cambodia underscores its heritage protection efforts at the Alliance for Cultural Heritage in Asia conference, focusing on combating illicit artifact ...
Repatriated Cambodian Artefacts on Exhibit at National Museum
Cambodia's National Museum exhibits nearly 100 repatriated artefacts, showcasing Khmer culture and history. #southeastasianarchaeology #Cambodia #KhmerHeritage #NationalMuseum
Yamashita Gold: Myth vs. Archaeological Reality
Debunking Yamashita’s Treasure myth, this article emphasizes the distinction between archaeology and treasure hunting, advocating for heritage preservation. #southeastasianarchaeology #Philippines ...
Ownership Disputes: Drifting Shipwrecks and Their Cargo
Exploring the contentious issue of ownership and preservation of shipwreck and looted artifacts in Southeast Asia. #UnderwaterHeritage #CulturalPreservation #SoutheastAsia #Shipwrecks
When Did Everyone Start Talking About Heritage Restitution? And What Does International Law Have to Do with This?
Heritage restitution's rise, influenced by post-colonial studies and the 1970 UNESCO Convention, demands returning looted artifacts, highlighting legal and ethical ...
The Battle to Reclaim Thailand’s Cultural Heritage
Thailand works to repatriate looted artifacts, including an 11th-century Shiva statue, highlighting the importance of preserving cultural heritage. #Thailand #Repatriation ...
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