Tara Gutman @tara-extempore.bsky.social · 02/05/2025Based on what we know now, all objects touched by Douglas Latchford’s shadow are more likely than not to have been looted and had fraudulent provenance attached to them. Close scrutiny is critical. 000
Tara Gutman @tara-extempore.bsky.social · 02/05/2025Wealthy British descendants selling off the precious gems originally buried with the ashes of Buddha in India may not be illegal, but by today’s standards, the ethics of profiteering from colonial era appropriations are highly dubious. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/m...theguardian.comAuction of ancient Indian gems ‘imbued with presence of Buddha’ condemnedSotheby’s sale of Piprahwa gems, excavated after burial with Buddha’s remains, denounced as perpetuating colonial violence 003
Tara Gutman @tara-extempore.bsky.social · 06/03/2025Absolutely agree Andy. It is unconscionable for @kimbellartmuseum.bsky.social to hold any pieces looted by the infamous profiteer and thief Douglas Latchford. Even The Met has returned tainted numerous tainted Khmer sculptures. Do better Kimbell! @nytimes.com @cooperandersonn.bsky.social 020