MADAM – Four years ago I was told by other dealers and auctioneers there was nothing to worry about in regards to a ban on antique ivory.
Three years ago I was told by trade associations and specialists that while there was a concern growing over a lobby to ban antique ivory, it should be ignored and would go away by itself.
Two years ago I was told that these matters were going to be dealt with ‘behind closed doors’ and it was not a public debate that we should engage in.