The sale catalogue for Bonhams (London) 5 October sale was available. Hopefully it will be back on line shortly.
Discussion of the archaeological ethics surrounding the collecting of antiquities and archaeological material.
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hi david,do you know anything about the online catalog going down?there were some important pieces,one of the best calix kraters i have ever seen.
kyri.
Kyri
It does seem to be surprising that the catalogue has gone off line so quickly. I am sure that there must be a good reason.
Best wishes
David
Hi David,
I was also surprised, that they took it down again. I had just started some research on some objects when it was on-line last Friday I wanted to double-check. In case it does not go on-line again, we have to order the catalogue it seems. I hope this does not involve paying ££ or $$ ...
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