Antiquities and Ethics
The discussion highlights the complexities surrounding the provenance of antiquities, particularly those from the Middle East. Amr points out the loopholes in legal frameworks that allow dealers to claim legitimacy based on vague assertions of ownership. Meanwhile, a seller named Kira reveals the challenges of obtaining proper provenance when purchasing items in bulk, raising ethical concerns about the antiquities trade.In this clip
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