Spying Gold Pratima on the Island of the Gods

Bali is a haven for antique lovers. The number of art shops has mushroomed in recent years to meet the demand for such objects. Antique markets can be found in Denpasar and the regencies of Tabanan, Badung and Gianyar. Demand is so high that stolen objects sometimes become commodities. Many cases uncovered involve the sale of sacred objects in the form of pratima.

Pratima are an important element in Hindu rituals. They can take the form of statu

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