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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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Reed & Barton
Reed & Barton

Reed & Barton, established in 1824, is one of the oldest silver manu...

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Pierre-Auguste Renoir: Brushstrokes of a Genius
Pierre-Auguste Renoir: Brushstrokes of a Genius

  La Route Bordée d'Arbres by Pierre-Auguste Renoir     Rembran...

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Anatomy of An English Hallmark
Anatomy of An English Hallmark

Anatomy of An English Hallmark Here’s a guide for reading and understand...

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The Mother of Invention: A Brief History of Mechanical Furniture
The Mother of Invention: A Brief History of M...

Mechanical furniture has a diverse and well-documented history. These ma...

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GoNola.com See & Do Video: Explore the Secret Room at M.S. Rau
GoNola.com See & Do Video: Explore the Secret...

  Three Monets, Napoleon’s death mask, a real dinosaur… it’s all inside...

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5.25-Carat Fancy Pink Diamond Ring
5.25-Carat Fancy Pink Diamond Ring

     One of nature's rarest treasures, this 5.25-carat Natural Fa...

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Bavarian Pharmacy Balance
Bavarian Pharmacy Balance

    This amazing and extremely rare Bavarian Biedermeier-period p...

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1900 Paris World's Fair Sevres Vase
1900 Paris World's Fair Sevres Vase

  This extraordinary Sèvres vase was made for and exhibited at the 1900...

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Colombian Emerald and Diamond Necklace
Colombian Emerald and Diamond Necklace

    Showcasing the finest of emeralds amidst strands of dazzling ...

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Diamond Watch by Corum
Diamond Watch by Corum

    This outstanding watch by Corum, the renowned Swiss watch man...

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Prie Dieu by Antoni Gaudi
Prie Dieu by Antoni Gaudi

    This unique prie dieu, or prayer desk, was specially commissi...

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Silver Centerpiece by Paul Storr
Silver Centerpiece by Paul Storr

    Elegantly designed by one of the most prominent names in silv...

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White South Sea Pearl Necklace
White South Sea Pearl Necklace

    Twenty-three lustrous white South Sea pearls exude elegance a...

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United States Cavalry Officer's Sword
United States Cavalry Officer's Sword

  A rare and important piece of Civil War militaria, this exquisite pre...

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The Battle of Issus Chess Set
The Battle of Issus Chess Set

    Lavishly decorated and large in size, this extraordinary, ela...

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