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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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Rare Ice Age Cave Bear and Cub Skeletons
Rare Ice Age Cave Bear and Cub Skeletons

    Cave bear skeletons were first described in 1774 by Johann Fr...

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French Gold Etuis
French Gold Etuis

    Named from the Old French word "estuier," meaning "to keep or...

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Goyen Ornamental Wood Lathe
Goyen Ornamental Wood Lathe

    Any woodcarver's dream, this incredible ornamental lathe is a...

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French Nécessaire de Voyage
French Nécessaire de Voyage

  This exceptional and rare silver-gilt-mounted French nécessaire de vo...

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The Art of Interior Design
The Art of Interior Design

Some collectors of fine art begin with their favorite masterpiece to bui...

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The Garnet, Leading Exemplar of Beauty
The Garnet, Leading Exemplar of Beauty

Garnet jewelry has been around since ancient times alongside silver, gol...

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Swiss NEMA Cipher Machine
Swiss NEMA Cipher Machine

      The Swiss NEMA cipher machine is an extraordinary piece of ...

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Mahogany Wine Cellarettes
Mahogany Wine Cellarettes

    Once considered an essential piece of furniture for the styl...

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Russian Enamel Vodka and Punch Service
Russian Enamel Vodka and Punch Service

Russian Enamel Vodka and Punch Service     This rare Russia...

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Description de l'Égypte First Edition
Description de l'Égypte First Edition

    Considered among the greatest achievements of French publishi...

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Burma Ruby and Sapphire Floral Brooch Set from M.S. Rau
Burma Ruby and Sapphire Floral Brooch Set fro...

      Exuding delicacy and femininity in a timeless design, this...

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