16th-Century Tamil Nadu Temple Idol Repatriated from Oxford Museum
A 16th-century bronze statue of Tirumankai Alvar is set to be returned to India by the Ashmolean Museum. The sculpture, approximately 57.5 centimetres tall, has been part of the museum’s collection since 1967. Recent research established that the statue originally belonged to a temple in Tamil Nadu, prompting the decision to repatriate the artefact. The move reflects growing international efforts to return cultural objects to their countries of origin.
Month: Current Affairs - March 05, 2026
Category: Culture | Heritage