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Is it possible that Korean cultural properties in foreign countries are designated as National Treasures or Treasures?

Is it possible that Korean cultural properties in foreign countries are designated as National Treasures or Treasures?

  • In pursuant to Article 4 of the Cultural Heritage Protection Act, cultural properties in Korea that have outstanding historic, artistic or academic value as a part of our national heritage are designated as National Treasures or Treasures.
  • Therefore, Korean cultural properties held in foreign countries where Korean laws do not have effect cannot be designated as National Treasures or Treasures.

Painting of Avalokiteshvara: Seo Gu-bang painted it in the late Goryeo period (1323). It is now housed in Japan.