I’m actually not sold on my argument, but was rather playing devil’s advocate.

I can’t help but feel that all future generations should have the opportunity to learn from artifacts as well, but I’m saying that from a Western perspective.

I have no idea how one should fairly choose a custodian or determine what “stability” really means.

Maybe as humans touch all corners of the globe, we just accept that historical artifacts are ephemeral things and enjoy them while they last.