South Korea Returns Looted Qing Dynasty Lions to China in Cultural Diplomacy Win The recent return of two Qing dynasty lions to China marks a significant moment in the complex dance of cultural diplomacy between nations.
The imposing marble sculptures, each standing over 6 feet tall and weighing an impressive 1. 25 tonnes, were on display at the Kansong Art Museum in Seoul for over eight decades.
Their significance as cultural artifacts was evident from their consideration for repatriation nearly a decade ago.