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Two ancient lintels bearing intricate Khmer carvings will finally be making their way back home to Thailand in March 2021.
The two lintels were taken from Thailand back in the 60s.
This lintel was stolen from Prasat Nong Hong in the 1960s. IMAGE: Bangkok Post
One was stolen from the Prasat Nong Hong temple in Thailand s Buri Ram province in the 1960s and was later sold to European merchants. It eventually made its way to San Francisco s Asian Art Museum, where it has been on display for over 50 years.
The second lintel, also featuring incredibly detailed carvings, was bought by the museum to complete the set. It s believed that this later addition came from the Prasat Khao Lon temple in Sa Kaeo province.
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