CultureRare Ethiopian manuscript stolen by British triggers restitution row
The Gondarine Gospel, once held in Emperor Tewodros II’s library and looted by British forces nearly 160 years ago, has resurfaced in a private sales catalogue at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair with a $250,000 price tag. Ethiopian authorities seek its withdrawal and return, while Vienna-based dealer Inlibris says there are no legal grounds for restitution.
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Rare Ethiopian manuscript stolen by British triggers restitution row
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