The quest for knowledge and civilisation: museums in British East and Southeast Asia, 1820-1941 by Tsang, RKW

“…<p>This thesis examines the inception, evolution, and attributes of colonial museums in British East and Southeast Asia from 1820 to 1941. …”

More than just a show: extending the impact of museum exhibitions for good by Salter, Kerryn Elizabeth

“…Given these circumstances, to sustain their cultural importance, popularity, and ultimately their survival – while still retaining their core functions, such as collecting and safekeeping objects from the past for future posterity – museums need to attend to the contemporary and evolving social, cultural, and educational needs and interests of the diverse communities they serve. …”
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Human anatomy in ancient Indian sculptures of Gandhara art illustrating the fasting Buddha by Abrahams, Peter, Mogali, Sreenivasulu Reddy

“…However, certain errors of anatomical knowledge including an extra number of ribs and a segmented sternum were noticed. …”
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The early development of the cuneiform writing system, and its regional adaptation by Dahl, JL

Tsewang Norbu NGB by Cantwell, C, Mayer, R

“…The Victoria and Albert Museum acquired the two title folios in 1920, at an auction of items from Waddell's private collection.…”