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Chunky, Bold & Retro Jewelry: Statement Design with Enduring Appeal

After years of whisper-thin chains and dainty jewels in barely-there settings taking the forefront of jewelry fads, the return of chunky jewelry feels less like a passing trend and more like a revival. From the geometric boldness of Art Deco to the sculptural forms of the 1980s, statement jewels and high-quality gold have long taken center stage in any glamorous wardrobe.

Wearable Art: Floral Jewelry

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

The New York Times

Wine and Dine: Wine Cellarette

The Wall Street Journal

Post-Impressionist Master Jacques Martin-Ferrières

USA Today

Code Breaker: Swiss NEMA Cipher Machine

Psittacosaurus Dinosaur Fossil Skeleton

Psittacosaurus Dinosaur Fossil Skeleton This complete fossilize...

Wall Street Journal

The Brilliance of Burma: Untreated Burma Ruby Ring

M.S. Rau Aspen

Our first permanent secondary location showcases works by some of the greatest visionaries in art and design, right in the heart of historic downtown Aspen.

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