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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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The Art of Still Life
The Art of Still Life

The genre of still life has a long and rich tradition in art. Spanning f...

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A Guide to Antique Jewelry
A Guide to Antique Jewelry

The identification of a piece of jewelry presents a challenge. To discer...

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The Evolution of Western Art in the 19th Century
The Evolution of Western Art in the 19th Century

The 19th century was a time of remarkable change in the world of art. At...

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Type IIa Diamonds: The Best of the Best
Type IIa Diamonds: The Best of the Best

When learning and reading about diamonds, the term “Type IIa” occasional...

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A Renowned Watchmaker: Patek Philippe
A Renowned Watchmaker: Patek Philippe

Watch collectors and clock enthusiasts are all certainly familiar with t...

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Orientalism in Art: The Allure of the Near East
Orientalism in Art: The Allure of the Near East

Throughout the 19th century, one of the most popular and widely exhibite...

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Leaving a Mark:  Female Silversmiths Across History
Leaving a Mark: Female Silversmiths Across H...

The manipulation of precious metals has been a craft passed down through...

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The History of Renaissance Jewelry
The History of Renaissance Jewelry

The Renaissance period was a time of great innovation for painters, scul...

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THE TWELVE PRINCESSES BY GUSTAVE-MAX STEVENS
Expert Insights: The Twelve Princesses by Gus...

  Gustave-Max Stevens 1871-1946 | BelgianThe Twelve Princesses Oi...

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Unique Clocks Across History
Unique Clocks Across History

Since the dawn of the first humans, man’s fascination with time has been...

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A Golden Age: Rembrandt the Etcher
A Golden Age: Rembrandt the Etcher

Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, known simply as Rembrandt, remains one o...

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Crazy About Coral: the Treasured Gem of the Sea
Crazy About Coral: the Treasured Gem of the Sea

For centuries, coral has been revered among many cultures, and today it ...

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Of Masks and Kings: A Look at Mardi Gras Traditions
Of Masks and Kings: A Look at Mardi Gras Trad...

The tradition of Mardi Gras runs deep in New Orleans. For three weeks ea...

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Glitz and Glamour: Art Deco Jewelry
Glitz and Glamour: Art Deco Jewelry

Glitzy. Glamourous. Flamboyant. The Roaring 20s were a period of evolvin...

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