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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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East Meets West: Chinese Export Porcelain and the Rose Medallion Pattern
East Meets West: Chinese Export Porcelain and...

At once aesthetically beautiful and thought provoking, Chinese porcelain...

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A History of Flatware
A History of Flatware

Winthrop Silver Flatware Service By Tiffany & Co.   Ever won...

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Decorating with Fine Art, An Interview with Bill Rau
Decorating with Fine Art, An Interview with B...

  Beautiful art, including paintings and sculpture, can transform your h...

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The World of Fabergé: Walking Sticks and Beyond
The World of Fabergé: Walking Sticks and Beyond

Fabergé: a name synonymous with the ultimate level of finery. Known worl...

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Furniture of the Georgian Era
Furniture of the Georgian Era

Beloved for its aesthetic beauty and exceptionally high quality, Georgia...

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Set Sail!  The Grandeur of the Nef
Set Sail! The Grandeur of the Nef

The nef was at one time an indispensable fine dining fixture. Though the...

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Tufts Automatic Cobalt Fountain
Tufts Automatic Cobalt Fountain

  A fascinating and exquisite luxury of Victorian America, this incredi...

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Investigating French Realism
Investigating French Realism

   Largely considered the first modern movement in art history, 19...

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The Georgian Era Collection
The Georgian Era Collection

The Georgian Era Exhibition Collection: Beginning, Middle and Late Furni...

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