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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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Rock ‘n’ Roll Royalty: Elvis’ Style Legacy
Rock ‘n’ Roll Royalty: Elvis’ Style Legacy

The undisputed king of rock ‘n’ roll, Elvis Presley remains a household ...

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    Napoleon Bonaparte’s 250th birthday celebrated with free fete at M....

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The Life and Legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte
The Life and Legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte

  This portrait by Joseph Franque depicts Napoleon immediately prior t...

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The Most Fascinating Art Heists in History
The Most Fascinating Art Heists in History

Stories of stolen masterpieces and crown jewels have captured the hearts...

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Antique Perfume
Follow Your Nose: A Collector’s Guide to Anti...

  Louis XV-Style Opaline Glass Perfume Suite     With their ...

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For All Mankind: How the Apollo 11 Brooch Became a Symbol of Goodwill
For All Mankind: How the Apollo 11 Brooch Bec...

    On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the f...

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The Royal Treatment: Rare Finds from Palaces Around the World
The Royal Treatment: Rare Finds from Palaces ...

At M. S. Rau Antiques, we are fortunate to have in our collection severa...

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Four Unusual Facts about Rubies
Four Unusual Facts about Rubies

Long before being named July’s birthstone, rubies have mesmerized people...

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Go Nola

THINGS TO DO Free (and Cheap) Things to Do This Summer Enjoy an epic soc...

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Important Pieces of History: Suffragette Jewelry
Important Pieces of History: Suffragette Jewelry

     Throughout history, women’s jewelry has represented wealth, ...

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