Museums have nothing to do with the appraisals of items donated to them. Irresponsible of the journalist to say that. All a museum does is sign an IRS form, Form 8283, which acknowledges receipt of the gift. The museum has no influence in the appraisal process.
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Murky Provenance
As the California museum scandal unfolds, the government says museums should be very careful to make sure all artifacts are purchased or donated legitimately.
Jan 25, 2008
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Posted By: artceooment @ 02/01/2008 3:56:34 AM
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Posted By: nawawimohamad @ 01/28/2008 1:59:24 AM
All historical and other artefacts belong to the human race and not any particular individuals. The museums are still the best place for safe keeping and overall appreciation by the public. Well may be some other avenues accessible by public. Please those are our legacies - human legacies.
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Posted By: la2london @ 01/26/2008 11:58:14 AM
I know so many 'collectors' that have stolen from artists, libraries, museums and other countries while local police shrug their shoulders. As an artist i find it repulsive.
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