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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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Taming the Lion: A Renaissance Panel by Defendente Ferrari
Taming the Lion: A Renaissance Panel by Defen...

  This remarkably rare oil was composed by Italian Renaissance artis...

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When Love Rings True: History of the Engagement Ring
When Love Rings True: History of the Engageme...

The cherished custom of signifying betrothal with an engagement ring has...

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Wearable Art: Floral Jewelry
Wearable Art: Floral Jewelry

Nature has long been an inspiration to artists in the field of jewelry d...

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The New York Times
The New York Times

Wine and Dine: Wine Cellarette

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The Wall Street Journal
The Wall Street Journal

Post-Impressionist Master Jacques Martin-Ferrières

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USA Today
USA Today

Code Breaker: Swiss NEMA Cipher Machine

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Psittacosaurus Dinosaur Fossil Skeleton
Psittacosaurus Dinosaur Fossil Skeleton

Psittacosaurus Dinosaur Fossil Skeleton   This complete fossilize...

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Wall Street Journal
Wall Street Journal

The Brilliance of Burma: Untreated Burma Ruby Ring

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The Wall Street Journal
The Wall Street Journal

Puppy Love: Chinese Porcelain Pugs

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The Wall Street Journal
The Wall Street Journal

Aquamarine Convertible Pendant and Brooch 86.40 Carats

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Gemstone of a Generation: History of Tanzanite
Gemstone of a Generation: History of Tanzanite

The remote and barren region of Tanzania in East Africa might not seem l...

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Collecting the Brueghel Dynasty: Burgeoning Excitement Surrounds Pieter Brueghel the Younger
Collecting the Brueghel Dynasty: Burgeoning E...

A palpable excitement is building around Pieter Brueghel the Younger. Ce...

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