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W.C.O. data backs trade view of cultural heritage crime once again
The latest World Customs Organisation figures show yet again that illicit trade in cultural goods is much lower than anti-trade campaigners claim.
The war in Ukraine
ADA Members are aware and deeply saddened by the devastating consequences of the unfolding human tragedy in Ukraine. It is a country with a rich history from the earliest times and while Ukrainian origin antiquities are not so commonly found in our market, ADA...
ART MARKET BACKLASH AGAINST FALSE CLAIMS AND BOGUS DATA
Art market trade and cultural heritage groups have hit back at damaging policy arising out of dependence on false claims and bogus data surrounding money laundering and terrorism financing.
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It’s time for some transparency from the manhattan D.A.’s office over antiquities
Three developments in recent weeks have raised questions once again about the activities of the Manhattan District Attorney’s office and its antiquities unit. Separately they are of concern; together they demand some clear answers. The first involves the claim...
So what is due diligence?
Due Diligence and Provenance are important aspects of lawful trading in antiquities. But what do they mean? This article explains.
British Museum scandal demonstrates anti-trade bias
Even when an antiquities dealer proves to be the hero of the hour, the media and others try to blame the market instead of those responsible