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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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The 4Cs: What to Consider Before Purchasing a White Diamond
The 4Cs: What to Consider Before Purchasing a...

Flaunted by celebrities, coveted by ancient cultures, and worn as a ubiq...

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Fall, Curated: Specialists' Top Picks for the Upcoming Season
Fall, Curated: Specialists' Top Picks for the...

  Sales Consultant and Jewelry Specialist, George Peralta, discusses his...

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Westminster Abbey Architectural Skeleton Clock
Westminster Abbey Architectural Skeleton Clock

A majestic representation of Westminster Abbey, this rare architectural ...

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Watch Winding Display Cabinet
Watch Winding Display Cabinet

This incredible, one-of-a-kind antique watch display cabinet brings toge...

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Georgian Silver
Georgian Silver

Georgian Silver       The Georgian Era is a period of British hist...

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The Art of Advertising: Leyendecker and Rockwell
The Art of Advertising: Leyendecker and Rockwell

  Oil's First Century by Norman Rockwell, advertisement for the Americ...

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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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Looking Into the Future: Opals
Looking Into the Future: Opals

Opals have a very long and complicated history with many myths attached ...

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Cleaning & Caring for your Gems
Cleaning & Caring for your Gems

  These South Sea pearls are exceptionally rare and could be damaged b...

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Celestial & Terrestrial Globes by Newton & Son
Celestial & Terrestrial Globes by Newton & Son

An extremely rare and important pair of 21-inch English globes by renown...

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