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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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Five Flatware Patterns to Know
Five Flatware Patterns to Know

The 19th century in America was a spectacular time. Society, industry, a...

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A Glimpse into the Life and Works of Pieter Brueghel the Younger
A Glimpse into the Life and Works of Pieter B...

Primarily known for his uncanny renditions of his famed father’s paintin...

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The Classic Jewelry Collection
The Classic Jewelry Collection

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The Huguenot Legacy: Paul de Lamerie & Paul Revere
The Huguenot Legacy: Paul de Lamerie & Paul R...

The families of the renowned silversmiths Paul de Lamerie and Paul Rever...

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The Art of Jean-Léon Gérôme
The Art of Jean-Léon Gérôme

  Bethsabée by Jean-Léon Gérôme     Jean-Léon Gérôme, a pioneer...

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Claude Monet and the Birth of Impressionism
Claude Monet and the Birth of Impressionism

Today I would like to tell you about one of the greatest and most belove...

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Top 5 Gifts for Her
Top 5 Gifts for Her

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Iron Masks of Shame
Iron Masks of Shame

      IRON SCOLD'S BRIDLE #30-6463 Known to the English as a Scol...

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The Dark Side
The Dark Side

Take a peek into the dark side at our spookiest treasures...just in time...

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The History Behind the World's Most Coveted Gemstones
The History Behind the World's Most Coveted G...

Formed beneath the earth’s surface, imbued with natural wonder, gemstone...

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