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Guide to Collecting Art Deco Objects

Art Deco is one of the most recognizable art movements of the 20th century, defined by geometry, symmetry, rich materials and a modern vision of luxury. The style flourished during the 1920s and 1930s across architecture, furniture, jewelry, glass and decorative arts.

Jewelry Earring Guide

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

Jewelry Setting Guide

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

Jewelry Chain Guide

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

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

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

Art of Illumination: Turn-of-the-century Lamp...

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

Horses in Art: The Equestrian Muse

Horses have long captivated the human imagination, embodying a blend of ...

M.S. Rau Aspen

Our first permanent secondary location showcases works by some of the greatest visionaries in art and design, right in the heart of historic downtown Aspen.

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