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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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Pearls: A Collector's Guide
Pearls: A Collector's Guide

The pearl is undoubtedly one of the world's most recognizable and sought...

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Bidding Farewell to Temptation
Bidding Farewell to Temptation

  That's a wrap!   Our latest show Vice & Virtue: An Exhibitio...

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Flora Danica: Porcelain Fit for Royalty
Flora Danica: Porcelain Fit for Royalty

Prestige. Refinement. Royal Provenance. A true product of its age, the o...

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The Evolution of the Nude in French Art
The Evolution of the Nude in French Art

French art of the 19th century underwent a transformation that was perha...

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A Survey of French Art: Romanticism to the Modern Age
A Survey of French Art: Romanticism to the Mo...

Though largely known by the ephemeral landscapes of the Impressionist fr...

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Forgotten Silverware Treasures: Curious Cutlery in Extraordinary Services
Forgotten Silverware Treasures: Curious Cutle...

Last updated: 03/08/2025 In the golden age of formal dining, the world's...

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Coming of Age Works of Art
Coming of Age: The Art of Growing Up

Since antiquity, some of the world's most famous artists have sought to ...

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