The Prometheus mosaic entered the U.S. illegally from Turkey, obscured by false documentation asserting its Turkish origin while concealing its significant historical value.
Alcharihi's misrepresentation allowed the mosaic to evade customs scrutiny, demonstrating the vulnerabilities in the art trade and the complexities of provenance verification.
The mosaic's improper restoration process before it caught authorities' attention highlights the urgent need for preservation ethics and accountability in art conservation.
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