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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.

How Cut Glass Came to Succeed in America: A S...

The following is a transcript from Bill Rau's Keynote Speech from the Am...

Silver Gilt Musical Snuff Box by François Nicole

This exceptional Swiss silver-gilt musical snuff box was craf...

Continental Enameled Singing Bird Box

A tiny automaton bird comes to life in this exquisite Contine...

Frères Rochat Tortoiseshell Singing Bird Box

This exceptionally rare Swiss automaton singing bird box was ...

"Triple Signed" Cylinder Music Box by Nicole ...

Created by the renowned Nicole Frères of Geneva, this “triple sig...

Interchangeable Cylinder Music Box by Paillard

This rare Swiss interchangeable cylinder music box was craf...

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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