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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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How to Clean Antique Jewelry: Expert Insights
How to Clean Antique Jewelry: Expert Insights

Just like anything else you wear, your jewelry needs consistent cleanin...

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A Guide to Semi-Precious Gems
A Guide to Semi-Precious Gems

Jewelers and gemstone enthusiasts have coined many terms over the past d...

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Victorian Furniture Styles and Identifiers
Victorian Furniture Styles and Identifiers

In the world of furniture, there are many different styles that derive ...

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A Guide to Hardstones:  A Material Coveted by the Rich and Famous from Antiquity to Today
A Guide to Hardstones: A Material Coveted by...

For the elite of 18th- and 19th-century Europe, demonstrations of wealth...

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6 Jewelry Styling Ideas for Women
6 Jewelry Styling Ideas for Women

Whether you have curated a collection based on timeless jewelry essenti...

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Federal Style Furniture and How to Identify It
Federal Style Furniture and How to Identify It

    American Federal Dining Room Suite. Circa 1840 (M.S. ...

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Jewelry Essentials: 6 Must-Have Pieces
Jewelry Essentials: 6 Must-Have Pieces

Building a collection of jewelry essentials is much like cultivating a ...

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Masterpieces of Light: Types of Antique Chandeliers
Masterpieces of Light: Types of Antique Chand...

A grand chandelier can change the atmosphere and character of any room ...

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Fine Art Ideas for Every Room in Your Home: A Conversation with Design Specialist Lynne Lincoln
Fine Art Ideas for Every Room in Your Home: A...

Many have heard the colloquial phrase “home is where the heart is,” but ...

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Fluent in Style: A Guide to French Furniture Styles
Fluent in Style: A Guide to French Furniture ...

From the opulent curves of the Rococo style to the graceful symmetry of...

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The Brilliance of Paul Revere Silver
The Brilliance of Paul Revere Silver

When most think of Paul Revere, they first think of his midnight ride i...

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Commercial Art: The Artists Behind the Creativity
Commercial Art: The Artists Behind the Creati...

Commercial art brings color and creativity to our day-to-day, and you m...

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