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How Mantel Clocks Conquered Drawing Rooms

The mantel clock has long claimed a place of honor. Set above the fireplace, they are often the visual and social center of the drawing room, where families gathered and guests were received. Join us as we explore the origins, craftsmanship and historic settings of these exceptional clocks.

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How Did History Shape Art?
How Did History Shape Art?

From the fall of empires to revolutionary movements, significant histori...

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Why is Everyone Talking About Catherine the Great's Furniture?
Why is Everyone Talking About Catherine the G...

Few historical figures earned the title “Great” during their lifetimes, ...

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How the Medici Family Changed History
How the Medici Family Changed History

If the Medici family existed today, their wealth would surpass the imagi...

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Rare Finds for Remarkable People: The Ultimate Gift Guide
Rare Finds for Remarkable People: The Ultimat...

  The holidays are upon us—a season filled with family, gratitude, laugh...

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What’s the Difference Between Watercolor and Gouache?
What’s the Difference Between Watercolor and ...

A common question we hear from our clients is: What is gouache? A popula...

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5 Artists Who Used Color to Redefine Modern Art
5 Artists Who Used Color to Redefine Modern Art

Roses are red, violets are blue… but what if they’re not? At the turn of...

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4 of the World's Most Iconic Marble Statues
4 of the World's Most Iconic Marble Statues

Throughout history, the human impulse to capture beauty in art has been ...

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Gemology 101: How Experts Match Gemstones for Jewelry
Gemology 101: How Experts Match Gemstones for...

If you watch the red carpet or any high-society gala, you'll likely see ...

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Jewelry Bracelet Guide
Jewelry Bracelet Guide

  Whether you're drawn to the elegant sparkle of a tennis bracele...

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Jewelry Necklace Guide
Jewelry Necklace Guide

  Riviera - typically features a single strand of gemstones, ofte...

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How People Packed and Traveled in History
How People Packed and Traveled in History

With holiday travels looming overhead, thoughts of the most disliked asp...

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Jewelry Ring Guide
Jewelry Ring Guide

    Selecting the perfect ring is an opportunity to reflect perso...

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Jewelry Earring Guide
Jewelry Earring Guide

  Stud: features a single gemstone or decorative element that sit...

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Jewelry Setting Guide
Jewelry Setting Guide

Know your settings: When selecting a piece of jewelry, whether to cele...

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