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Guide to Collecting Art Deco Objects

Art Deco is one of the most recognizable art movements of the 20th century, defined by geometry, symmetry, rich materials and a modern vision of luxury. The style flourished during the 1920s and 1930s across architecture, furniture, jewelry, glass and decorative arts.

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How History Shaped the Arts, The Impact of War
How History Shaped the Arts, The Impact of War

– A blog series by Bill Rau –   Here is a painting done by arguabl...

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How History Shaped the Arts, The New World
How History Shaped the Arts, The New World

– A blog series by Bill Rau –   We are all familiar with the law o...

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9 Things to Know About Our Historic Expansion
9 Things to Know About Our Historic Expansion

In 2015, we had the great fortune to acquire an extraordinary building a...

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Six American Impressionists to Add to Your Collection
Six American Impressionists to Add to Your Co...

American art has sometimes been overlooked by collectors in favor of the...

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How History Shaped the Arts, The Power of Wealth
How History Shaped the Arts, The Power of Wealth

– A blog series by Bill Rau –   We have looked at a great piece of...

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How History Shaped the Arts, When Art Makes the Headlines
How History Shaped the Arts, When Art Makes t...

– A blog series by Bill Rau –   This next work, we do not own – ye...

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The Amazing World of Faberge Canes
The Amazing World of Faberge Canes

  Blue guilloché enamel, gold and pearl Fabergé cane by workmaster He...

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New Orleans Advocate
New Orleans Advocate

Jefferson Parish students win Rau for Art contest scholarships ...

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