An ancient Egyptian limestone relief which depicts a group of sleeping female musicians is at risk of leaving the UK if a domestic buyer cannot be found
An ancient Egyptian limestone relief which depicts a group of sleeping female musicians is at risk of leaving the UK if a domestic buyer cannot be found

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UK puts last-minute halt on export of ancient Egyptian relief in bid to find buyer

Officials hope a UK institution will come forward and acquire the work

Nicky Harley
Nicky Harley
London

January 24, 2023