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fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
6 days ago

Victoria & Albert Museum to expand Gilbert Galleries to explore looting and provenance

Set to be unveiled next March, the new Gilbert Galleries have been designed by the London-based Citizens Design Bureau practice. The number of galleries will increase from four to seven and will occupy adjacent former offices overlooking both the John Madejski Garden and Exhibition Road, as part of the V&A's Future Plan development programme. Project funders include the Gilbert Trust for the Arts and The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
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5 months ago

Museum's Benin Bronzes Are Reclaimed by Wealthy Collector

The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston struggles with the restitution of the Benin Bronzes due to unresolved ownership discussions.
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