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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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Rare 19th-Century Musical Picture Clock
Rare 19th-Century Musical Picture Clock

  Shop this video!Item No. 30-6577 Rare 19th-Century Musical Picture Clo...

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Sex, Saints and Sinners: Select Treasures from M.S. Rau’ Latest Exhibition
Sex, Saints and Sinners: Select Treasures fro...

  Through the careful curation of nearly 100 works of fine art and rare...

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Go Nola
Go Nola

The Best Spots For Romantic Rainy Nights in New Orleans We embrace the ...

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Rich in Meaning and Color: A Guide to Emerald Evaluation
Rich in Meaning and Color: A Guide to Emerald...

The realm of colored stones is a seemingly limitless pool of fiery orang...

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18th Century French Furniture: Design through the Monarchies and into the Revolution
18th Century French Furniture: Design through...

Louis furniture refers to an incredible span of creative development ove...

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Diamonds, Uncovered: 5 Facts Behind the World's Most Coveted Gemstone
Diamonds, Uncovered: 5 Facts Behind the World...

It is a symbol of love, commitment and an image that is entirely synonym...

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Emeralds: Fact or Fiction
Emeralds: Fact or Fiction

A viridescent wonder of nature steeped in lore for over 4,000 years, the...

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Sit, Stay, Roll Over: The Year of the Dog
Sit, Stay, Roll Over: The Year of the Dog

2018 marks the year of the dog on the Chinese zodiac calendar. Previous ...

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