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UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Antiques auction selling neck shackles accused of profiting from slavery'

A Scottish auction is selling 18th-century Zanzibar slave neck irons, prompting accusations that trading such artefacts profits from historic slavery.
fromArtnet News
1 month ago

British Museum's A.I.-Generated Post Sparks Online Backlash

Taking time to take a closer look is always worthwhile,
Arts
#repatriation
Manchester United
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Manchester Museum asks visitors if Egyptian woman's body should be taken off display

Manchester Museum is consulting on whether to continue displaying the body of Asru, an ancient Egyptian woman, amidst decolonization efforts.
fromTheartnewspaper
10 months ago

Frank Auerbach's Berlin homecoming, human remains and museums, Ian Hamilton Finlay's 'Republic'-podcast

The absence of a dedicated exhibition for Frank Auerbach in Berlin, despite his legacy, has underscored the artist's historical ties and contributions to the art world.
Berlin music
#benin-bronzes
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