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Sunday, August 23, 2026 · No. 234
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Decorative Art

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Getty Conservators Restore 18th-Century Lacquered Commode with Cross-Cultural Expertise

Getty Conservators Restore 18th-Century Lacquered Commode with Cross-Cultural Expertise

On August 18, 2026, the Getty Conservation Institute announced ongoing conservation of an 18th-century French commode by Bernard II van Risenburgh that incorporates Japanese lacquer panels.

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Lempertz to Auction Kress Collection of 1,000 Inrō Starting December 10

Lempertz to Auction Kress Collection of 1,000 Inrō Starting December 10

On July 28, 2026, Lempertz announced it has been entrusted with auctioning the Heinz and Else Kress collection of inrō, one of the most extensive and comprehensive collections of Japanese lacquer boxes in Europe.

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Bonhams to Offer Rare Émile Gallé 'Rose de France' Vase and Giacometti Buttons in December Sale

Bonhams to Offer Rare Émile Gallé 'Rose de France' Vase and Giacometti Buttons in December Sale

Bonhams will auction a rare Émile Gallé 'Rose de France' vase, dating from circa 1903, as a highlight of its Modern Decorative Art & Design sale on December 16 at Bonhams Knightsbridge in London.

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