Jun 19, 2009

Illicit Antiquities and Endangered Animals

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I saw this interview of Peter Laufer yesterday, and it highlights the similarities between the illicit art and antiquities trade and the trade in endangered species.  Laufer here could just as easily be talking about many antiquities collectors, or as Jon Stewart calls them "supervillains". 
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