Services - Cultural Heritage

Eden Bridge is at the forefront of cultural heritage law, leveraging deep experience in Cambodia’s repatriation efforts to advocate for the return of looted artifacts. Through strategic legal counsel and high-level negotiations, we work with institutions, governments, collectors, and looters to bring cultural treasures back to their place of origin.

With a proven track record of over 50 successful repatriations in Cambodia, we are recognized globally as a leader in restitution. 

While Cambodia has been a central focus, Eden Bridge is now strategizing to offer cultural heritage legal services across Asia, helping other nations reclaim their looted artifacts.

This boutique legal service brings together leading experts, legal professionals, and cultural heritage specialists to build a network dedicated to preserving and restoring national treasures.

Building legal cases for the return of looted statues and artifacts
Coordinating with international governments, museums, and private collectors
Negotiating voluntary returns or structured legal settlements

Legal frameworks for cultural heritage protection and enforcement
Policy advisory for national heritage departments
Structuring legal agreements for repatriated artifacts

Investigating ownership history & identifying stolen artifacts
Conducting legal due diligence on acquisitions and museum collections
Advising buyers and institutions on ethical acquisitions

Mediating between sovereign states, cultural organizations, and private holders
Legal representation in international disputes
Facilitating government-to-government repatriation agreements

Advising museums, galleries, and private collectors on compliance
Structuring agreements for artifact loans, exhibitions, and transfers
Supporting claims against illicit art markets

Generating public and institutional pressure to aid repatriation efforts
Coordinating with international press to highlight cases
Managing messaging to align with diplomatic and legal strategies