The Dutch government decided to return 478 objects to Indonesia and Sri Lanka, including the so-called Lombok treasure and the Kandy cannon, following recommendations by an independent colonial collections committee. The decision recognized that objects taken under colonial conditions should be returned on request. It is a concrete cultural restitution measure, while broader collections and the historical circumstances of acquisition remain under review.
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How many objects did the Netherlands decide to return in July 2023?
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The decision covered 478 colonial-era objects requested by Indonesia and Sri Lanka.
The Dutch government’s July 2023 decision covered objects requested by Indonesia and Sri Lanka.
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The decision concerned 478 objects and included the Lombok treasure and Kandy cannon.