The restoration of ancient pottery at the Metropolitan Museum of Art demonstrates the expertise of art conservators who meticulously pieced together the fragments over decades.
Investigators uncovered the troubling connections between the donors of the ancient cups to individuals involved in the trafficking of looted antiquities, revealing a complex history.
The Metropolitan Museum, recognizing the evidence provided by the district attorney's office, returned both Greek drinking cups, shedding light on the museum's evolving accountability.
Valued at $1.2 million, one of the returned cups serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by museums in preserving cultural heritage responsibly.
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