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The Dutch Government Just Promised to Return Any Stolen Colonial-Era Objects in Its Collections Back to Their Countries of Origin

The government of the Netherlands has agreed to put in place guidelines that could make it a global leader in restituting colonial-era objects. The guidelines follow recommendations in a report issued ...
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A Look Back in History: Colonial ‘Grossa Schranks’ and Paint-Decorated Furniture

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Because few Germanic homes had closets, clothing was kept in a “Grossa Schrank” (Colonial wardrobe ...
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The marquetry and veneers of antique Dutch furniture

THE Dutch were among the first to favour marquetry, parquetry and veneer over carved oak furniture. They were also using joined panelling by 1400, an important feature in making furniture lighter in ...
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Berks author publishes book on PA Dutch early decorated furniture

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Berks County author Richard L. T. Orth recently released his latest book “The Early Decorated ...