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Thursday, June 25, 2026 · No. 175

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Lempertz Asian Art Auction Realizes 2.65M Euros in Cologne, More Than Doubles Estimate

On June 16, 2026, Lempertz reported that its Asian Art auction on June 13 in Cologne realized 2.65 million euros and more than doubled expectations, resulting in a white-glove sale for the first part of the Astamangala Gallery collection.

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