Les Antiques de Nepal
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century AD) are among the most ancient. The first stamps were introduced in Nepal in 1881 AD and ‘One Anna’, ‘Two Anna’ and ‘Four Anna’ stamps are the earliest.
There is no doubt that Nepal is a country with a history rich in art and culture and the presence of so many antiques proves the point. Many people have devoted themselves to the preservation of such priceless antiquities. One example that comes to mind is the late Dwarika Das Shrestha who actively searched for, collected, and saved ancient carved windows which he later incorporated into the world renowned Dwarika’s Hotel.
Another name that must be mentioned is that of the late Lain S. Bangdel, noted painter and art historian, whose single-minded devotion resulted in the return of many antiques that were in foreign lands.
Efforts of such people must be all the more appreciated if we are to
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