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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.

Louis XVI Secrétaire à Abattant

This elegant Louis XVI secrétaire à abattant was crafted by the...

Jewelry Imitates Art & Vice Versa: Exploring ...

Jewelry and fine art paintings are two of my favorite things in the worl...

The Allure of Topaz Jewelry

6.21-Carat Topaz and Diamond Ring by Tiffany & Co. ...

A History of Filigree Jewelry

From bird boxes to home decor, filigree has been used as beautiful decor...

Coffee Table Gems

At Rau our expansive collection of jewelry books that we have acquired o...

Go for Baroque: Furnishings of the Baroque Pe...

The term Baroque often brings to mind highly decorative churches and the...

Dreaming in Color: Chagall & His Circle

In Gallery & Virtual Exhibition

Now - January 4, 2025

Join us for an exhibition celebrating the visionary world of Marc Chagall and his place in one of the most vibrant artistic circles of the 20th century.

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