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Art of Illumination: Turn-of-the-century Lamp Makers You Should Know

As demand for artistic lighting grew, prominent lamp makers emerged, transforming the humble table lamp into an object of beauty and desire. Join us as we explore some of the most influential lamp makers of this era, including Louis Comfort Tiffany, Émile Gallé and René Lalique, whose ingenious designs continue to captivate collectors today.

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What’s the Difference Between Watercolor and Gouache?
What’s the Difference Between Watercolor and ...

A common question we hear from our clients is: What is gouache? A popula...

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Record-Breaking Sales at Sotheby’s and Christie’s: Fall 2024 Art Auction Recap
Record-Breaking Sales at Sotheby’s and Christ...

News-worthy sales, diverse interests and market resilience—oh my! The re...

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5 Artists Who Used Color to Redefine Modern Art
5 Artists Who Used Color to Redefine Modern Art

Roses are red, violets are blue… but what if they’re not? At the turn of...

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4 of the World's Most Iconic Marble Statues
4 of the World's Most Iconic Marble Statues

Throughout history, the human impulse to capture beauty in art has been ...

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Gemology 101: How Experts Match Gemstones for Jewelry
Gemology 101: How Experts Match Gemstones for...

If you watch the red carpet or any high-society gala, you'll likely see ...

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Jewelry Bracelet Guide
Jewelry Bracelet Guide

  Line/Tennis - A flexible bracelet set with a line of small matc...

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Jewelry Necklace Guide
Jewelry Necklace Guide

  Riviera - typically features a single strand of gemstones, ofte...

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How People Packed and Traveled in History
How People Packed and Traveled in History

With holiday travels looming overhead, thoughts of the most disliked asp...

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Jewelry Ring Guide
Jewelry Ring Guide

    Selecting the perfect ring is an opportunity to reflect perso...

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Jewelry Earring Guide
Jewelry Earring Guide

  Stud: features a single gemstone or decorative element that sit...

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Jewelry Setting Guide
Jewelry Setting Guide

Know your settings: When selecting a piece of jewelry, whether to cele...

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Jewelry Chain Guide
Jewelry Chain Guide

Chain Styles Anchor - oval-shaped links, which are often thicker compar...

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Antique vs. Modern Diamond Cuts: What’s the Difference?
Antique vs. Modern Diamond Cuts: What’s the D...

Diamonds have long been revered as nature’s most exquisite creation, unm...

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Art of Illumination: Turn-of-the-century Lamp Makers You Should Know
Art of Illumination: Turn-of-the-century Lamp...

The turn of the 20th century was a golden era for decorative arts, when ...

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