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Chunky, Bold & Retro Jewelry: Statement Design with Enduring Appeal

After years of whisper-thin chains and dainty jewels in barely-there settings taking the forefront of jewelry fads, the return of chunky jewelry feels less like a passing trend and more like a revival. From the geometric boldness of Art Deco to the sculptural forms of the 1980s, statement jewels and high-quality gold have long taken center stage in any glamorous wardrobe.

John Atkinson Grimshaw: Painting Moonlight

John Atkinson Grimshaw’s haunting, evocative paintings of idyllic lanes...

5 French Impressionist Artists You Should Add...

The famed and beloved Impressionist movement originated in France during...

The History of Cartier

The name “Cartier” could be considered synonymous with luxury, beauty, a...

Record-Breaking Churchill Sale

The Tower of Koutoubia Mosque by Sir Winston Churchill, painted Janu...

Hugues Claude Pissarro: Continuing an Artisti...

As the grandson of Impressionist painter Camille Pissarro, Hugu...

Jackpot: The History of Antique Slot Machines

Today there are thousands of slot machines in bars, casinos and clubs wo...

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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