Cultural Heritage Protection & Reporting
At the Antiquity Preservation Fund, we are committed to the ethical and responsible acquisition, curation, and stewardship of cultural heritage artifacts. As part of our mission we carefully monitor the antiquities market for signs of illicit activity. Any such activity is immediately reported to the relevant authorities.
Recent Reports & Interventions
Reported Sale of Anthropomorphic Hydria
A small auction in France was selling a very rare Anthropomorphic Hydria with 1990 provenance. We reported this to the Department of Antiquities, they confirmed receiving our report but did not find that the artifact was being sold illegally. To preserve the artifact and bring it back to public hands we purchased it in late march.
Reported Illegal Sale of Classical Votive Bust
During our routine monitoring of online auction sites, we came across a listing for a Classical Votive Bust being sold from Nicosia, Cyprus. Recognizing that such sales are prohibited under Cypriot law, we promptly notified the Department of Antiquities about this potentially illicit activity. The Department has acknowledged receipt of our report and has assured us that they are actively investigating the matter. We remain committed to collaborating with the relevant authorities to combat the illegal trade of cultural heritage objects and to ensure that these treasures are preserved for future generations.