Warka Vase to Florence for repairs

La Repubblica reports that the Warka Vase, which was returned to the Baghdad archeological museum in pieces, will be restored in Florence at the Opificio delle Pietre Dure. The vase was front page news not so long ago, but as the looting story faded, so did interest in the artifacts. I have not seen any mention of the restoration plans for the vase in the English-language press.

Posted by David on July 26, 2003 12:09 AM