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Celebrated for her ability to capture the essence of a moment, Morisot takes the viewer to the sun-kissed hills of Cimiez, the upscale hilltop neighborhood overlooking the azure beauty of Nice. In the aftermath of the disbanding of the Impressionists following their last exhibition in 1886, Morisot, accompanied by her husband Eugène Manet and their daughter Julie, sought refuge in the picturesque villa Ratti. The sojourn to the South of France offered the artist a bounty of beauty and countryside quietude to continue her painting. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Under Morisot's delicate brush, the aloes of the garden come alive, seemingly dancing in a gentle breeze. Her palette of pastel blues, yellows and greens belies the tranquility of the setting. Beyond the swirling leaves in the foreground, a slender, feminine figure graces the threshold of the villa—perhaps the artist's daughter, Julie Manet. Morisot's affection for the balmy Mediterranean climate is clear, further illustrated by an 1889 letter to her sister, Edma: “The country is delicious; I work, I make aloes, orange trees, olive trees; finally, a whole exotic vegetation very difficult to draw.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in Bourges, France, in 1841, Berthe Morisot came from a wealthy family. Like many young girls of her social class, she received private art lessons beginning at the age of 11. Her teacher, the painter Joseph Guichard, helped to introduce her to the Parisian art scene. Through him, Morisot made the acquaintance of Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot and Édouard Manet, both of whom would have a profound impact on her career and artistic style. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Morisot exhibited regularly at the Paris Salon from 1864 to 1873 until, in 1874, she joined the Société Anonyme Coopérative des Artistes Peintres, Sculpteurs, Graveurs—the group that would become known as the Impressionists. They held their first exhibition that same year, and Morisot would go on to exhibit in all but one of the Impressionist shows. Today, Morisot’s drawings, watercolors and oils are in major museums worldwide, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York), the National Gallery of Art (Washington D.C.), the Tate Modern (London), the Louvre (Paris) and the Musée d’Orsay (Paris). Because Morisot was wealthy, painting was a passion and not a necessity; thus, her oeuvre is selective and her works extremely difficult to acquire. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Further distinguished by its prestigious provenance, \u003cem\u003eLes Aloès, Cimiez\u003c\/em\u003e was held in the private collection of the artist’s daughter, Julie Manet, before passing to Ernest Rouart and Julien Rouart. Exhibited widely, it was shown at the famed Galerie Durand-Ruel twice and the important 1907 Salon d’Automne. The painting is reproduced in Marie-Louise Bataille and Georges Wildestein’s catalogue raisonné of the artist’s works, as well as that of Alain Clairet. The study for \u003cem\u003eLes Aloès, Cimiez\u003c\/em\u003e is held in the permanent collection of the Musée Marmottan in Paris. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Painted in 1889 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 26 1\/5\" high x 19 1\/4\" wide (66.68 x 48.90 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 34 3\/4\" high x 27 3\/4\" wide x 2 1\/2\" deep (88.27 x 70.49 x 6.35 cm)  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rau-sfimages.s3.amazonaws.com\/dossier\/Dossier_32-2859.pdf\" target=\"new\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eView the Dossier\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e Private collection of Julie Manet \u0026amp; Ernest Rouart\u003cbr\u003e Private collection of Julien Rouart\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, Paris\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, United States \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Exhibitions:\u003cbr\u003e Galerie Boussod et Valadon, 1892, Tableaux, pastels et dessins par Berthe Morisot, n° 15\u003cbr\u003e Galerie Durand-Ruel, 1896, Berthe Morisot, n° 118\u003cbr\u003e Galerie Durand-Ruel, 1902, Berthe Morisot, n° 18\u003cbr\u003e Salon d’Automne, Paris, 1907, n° 44\u003cbr\u003e Galerie Bernheim-Jeune, 1919, Cent oeuvres de Berthe Morisot, n° 31\u003cbr\u003e Galleria Civica d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea di Torino, \u003cem\u003eBerthe Morisot: Pittrice Impressionista\u003c\/em\u003e, October 2024-March 2025, no. 28 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Literature:\u003cbr\u003e Marie-Louis Bataille et Georges Wildenstein, \u003cem\u003eBerthe Morisot – Catalogue des peintures, pastels et aquarelles\u003c\/em\u003e, Paris, éd. Les Beaux-Arts, 1961, n° 233, p. 38 ; ill. fig. 252 (cf. Annexe 1)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eImportants dessins et tableaux impressionnistes, provenant de la Succession de Madame Julien Rouart\u003c\/em\u003e, catalogue de la vente Ferri et Beaussant-Lefèvre, Paris, Drouot-Montaigne, 27 November 1997, lot 11, ill. (cf. Annexe 2)\u003cbr\u003e Alain Clairet et al., \u003cem\u003eBerthe Morisot, 1841-1895 : catalogue raisonné de l’oeuvre peint\u003c\/em\u003e, Montolivet, CERA-nrs éd., 1997, n° 237, ill. p. 230\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eBerthe Morisot et l’art du XVIII siècle\u003c\/em\u003e, Musée Marmottan Monet, Paris, 2023, fig. 11, p. 144","brand":"M.S. 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It is the ninth in a series of only twelve, and it stands as a compelling tribute to one of the greatest wartime leaders in history. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This bust was first conceived as a commission by the British Ministry of Defence to give as a gift to the United States Department of Defense in 2015, where it was dedicated at the Pentagon’s Hall of Heroes. Several sculptors were invited to submit designs and compete for the high-profile commission, but it was Mallock who received the prestigious honor. Following the sculpture’s unveiling, Mallock produced a limited series of twelve bronze casts of the work.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Striking and remarkably true to life, this sculpture captures the Prime Minister’s inner strength and indomitable spirit. Mallock took the unusual step of including her subject’s arms and hands positioned firmly on his chest in the bust — an artistic choice that lends not only personality but also a sense of gravitas and calm confidence to the portrayal. His strong stance and focused gaze reflect this legendary politician's steadfast leadership and resistance to defeat.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Vivien Mallock's artistic focus lies in portraying the legacy of Great Britain through war memorials and portraits dedicated to some of the country’s most notable figures. She began working in bronze in the 1980s, and her first major commission came from the Museum of Army Flying in Hampshire for several bronze portraits of WWII fighter pilots to mark the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. She was the last artist for whom the Queen Mother sat for a portrait, and the resulting bronze now resides in the Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother wing of St Mary’s Hospital Trust in London. 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The eye is naturally drawn to the upward curve in the cover of the spout following the neoclassical urn finial which, despite its funerary associations, was a favored design among British patrons. The handle, wrapped in woven wicker, suggests the jug was intended for serving coffee, hot water or other hot beverages. The heraldic details include a fess ermine between three stags' heads impaling an eagle. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This work perfectly exemplified Bateman’s exceptional skill and dedication. After learning the trade alongside her husband, Bateman took over the family silversmithing business following his passing in 1760. Under her pioneering leadership, the company flourished until her retirement in 1790, when she entrusted the legacy to her sons and daughter-in-law, who continued the family tradition into the mid-19th century. A cornerstone of Bateman’s success was the implementation of cost-effective techniques, such as utilizing workable sheet silver. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 12 3\/8\" high x 6 5\/8\" wide x 4 3\/4\" deep \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans\u003cbr\u003e Red McCombs Collection, Texas\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans","brand":"M.S. 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This nude drawing of a woman, elegant in its minimalism and fluidity, exemplifies Lempicka’s superb draftsmanship and compositional finesse. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With a few deft strokes, she confidently portrays her subject in a languid pose, with delicate bracelets gracing her wrists. Her model represents the popular ‘20s aesthetic, featuring the classic Flapper bob hairstyle. Unique, semi-erased lines are visible beneath the completed drawing, showcasing the experimental nature of Lempicka’s process. Her talent seamlessly merges various modern art movements and design principles, capturing the streamlined sophistication of modern architecture with the more avant-garde nature of her fellow painters. Best known for her paintings of stylish women, this anonymous nude offers the rare opportunity to peek behind the curtain to see the working process of one of the 20th century’s most glamorous artists. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in Poland in 1898, Lempicka’s life was marked by constant movement. At the beginning of the Russian Revolution, Tamara’s life was turned upside down, and her family found refuge in Paris, where she lived for twenty years. Building on a love of art that began during a visit to Italy in her youth, Lempicka enrolled in Académie de la Grande Chaumière in Paris to study painting. Under the mentorship of famed avant-garde artists Maurice Denis and André Lhote, who introduced her to Cubism, Lempicka began exhibiting avant-garde art in Parisian salons in 1922. Lempicka won first prize at the Exposition Internationale des Beaux-Arts in 1927 with her iconic Cubist-Art Deco style, a year before this drawing was made. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With a resurgence of appreciation for the Art Deco period beginning in the 1960s, combined with the upcoming first major museum retrospective exhibition of her work in the United States at the de Young in San Francisco, Lempicka’s work is reaching new heights of acclaim in recent decades. Much of her work resides in collections worldwide, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Musée des Beaux-Arts du Havre, and the National Museum Warsaw, to name a few. Not only did Lempicka flout gender expectations by establishing a successful career as a fine artist and defying traditional artistic trends, but she also created a unique genre found only in her oeuvre. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1928 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Paper: 10 3\/8\" high x 16 1\/2\" wide (26.35 x 41.91 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 18\" high x 24 3\/8\" wide x 7\/8\" deep (45.72 x 61.91 x 2.22 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e By descent, from the artist","brand":"M.S. 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This work, entitled \u003cem\u003eSmiling Nude\u003c\/em\u003e, evokes Lempicka's signature blend of elegance and modernity that was quintessentially Art Deco, a movement that Lempicka defined in her artistic career. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With confident and fluid lines, Lempicka beautifully portrays a woman with the classic 1920s flapper hairstyle in a languid pose. This drawing is unique for its facial details, such as the wide eyes and slightly upturned mouth, which Lempicka most often left out of her fast-paced drawings. Her talent seamlessly merges various modern art movements and design principles, capturing the streamlined sophistication of modern architecture with the more avant-garde nature of her fellow painters. This anonymous nude offers a rare glimpse into the acclaimed artist's inner world and witness her fascinating artistic process.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in Poland in 1898, Lempicka’s life was marked by constant movement. At the beginning of the Russian Revolution, Tamara’s life was turned upside down, and her family fled to Paris, where they found refuge for twenty years. Building on a love of art that began during a visit to Italy in her youth, Lempicka enrolled in Académie de la Grande Chaumière in Paris to study painting. Under the mentorship of famed avant-garde artists Maurice Denis and André Lhote, who introduced her to Cubism, Lempicka began exhibiting avant-garde art in Parisian salons in 1922. Lempicka won first prize at the Exposition Internationale des Beaux-Arts in 1927 with her iconic Cubist-Art Deco style, a year before this drawing was made. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With a resurgence of appreciation for the Art Deco period beginning in the 1960s, combined with the upcoming first major museum retrospective exhibition of her work in the United States at the de Young in San Francisco, Lempicka’s work is reaching new heights of acclaim in recent decades. Much of her work resides in collections worldwide, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Musée des Beaux-Arts du Havre and the National Museum Warsaw, to name a few. Not only did Lempicka flout gender expectations by establishing a successful career as a fine artist and defying traditional artistic trends, but she also created a unique genre found only in her oeuvre.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1928 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Paper: 7 3\/4\" high x 10 3\/8\" wide (19.69 x 26.35 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 15\" high x 17 3\/4\" wide x 1 1\/4\" deep (38.10 x 45.09 x 3.18 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e By descent, from the artist","brand":"M.S. 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This composition, entitled \u003cem\u003eThinking\u003c\/em\u003e, displays Lempicka’s superb draftsmanship and her talent for capturing the essence of alluring femininity. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With fluid lines and bold minimalism, Lempicka confidently portrays a woman deeply immersed in thought while in a languid seated pose. Even without the facial features, Lempicka evokes a sense of introspection and sensuality, emphasizing the contours of the body to convey the subject's emotional depth and physical presence. Her talent seamlessly merges various modern art movements and design principles, capturing the streamlined sophistication of modern architecture with the more avant-garde nature of her fellow painters. This anonymous nude offers a rare glimpse into Lempicka’s unique vision as well as her fascinating artistic process.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in Poland in 1898, Lempicka’s life was marked by constant movement. At the beginning of the Russian Revolution, Tamara’s life was turned upside down, and she fled to Paris, where she found refuge for twenty years. Building on a love of art that began during a visit to Italy in her youth, Lempicka enrolled in Académie de la Grande Chaumière in Paris to study painting. Under the mentorship of famed avant-garde artists Maurice Denis and André Lhote, who introduced her to Cubism, Lempicka began exhibiting avant-garde art in Parisian salons in 1922. Lempicka won first prize at the Exposition Internationale des Beaux-Arts in 1927 with her iconic Cubist-Art Deco style, a year before this drawing was made. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With a resurgence of appreciation for the Art Deco period beginning in the 1960s, combined with the upcoming first major museum retrospective exhibition of her work in the United States at the de Young in San Francisco, Lempicka’s work is reaching new heights of acclaim in recent decades. Much of her work resides in collections worldwide, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Musée des Beaux-Arts du Havre and the National Museum Warsaw, to name a few. Not only did Lempicka flout gender expectations by establishing a successful career as a fine artist and defying traditional artistic trends, but she also created a distinctive genre found only in her oeuvre.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1928 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Paper: 9 7\/8\" high x 7 3\/4\" wide (25.08 x 19.69 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 17 3\/4\" high x 15\" wide x 1 1\/8\" deep (43.82 x 38.10 x 2.86 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e By descent, from the artist","brand":"M.S. 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Her iconic portraits of women have come to define her esteemed oeuvre, and this turbaned sitter is one that she returned to and repeated the most throughout her long career. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Gazing out at the viewer with mesmerizing intensity, the woman's visage is rendered in Lempicka's typical feminine color palette and softness. The artist captures the planes of her subject's face and the deep folds of her turban with masterful depth. Based on two earlier paintings from 1945, Lempicka returned to this idealized woman in an orange turban again in the 1970s. After the huge success of her major retrospective at Galerie Luxembourg in 1972, Lempicka answered the call to reprise some of her greatest and most beloved works for avid collectors—with the mysterious woman in the orange turban among them. Today, versions of this important subject can be found in museum collections including the Musée d’Art Moderne in Le Havre, France. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in Poland at the turn of the 20th century, Lempicka was forced to flee to France in 1918 after the beginning of the Russian Revolution. During a visit to Italy in her youth, she became enraptured by the Italian Old Masters. Inspired by this formative experience, Lempicka enrolled in Académie de la Grande Chaumière in Paris to take up painting. She studied under famed avant-garde artists Maurice Denis and André Lhote, who introduced her to Cubism, and she began exhibiting at the Parisian salons as early as 1922. Lempicka became a fixture in Parisian high society, spending much of her time hosting wealthy elites in her atelier on Rue Méchain.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With a resurgence of appreciation for the Art Deco period, combined with the success of her retrospective at Galerie de Luxembourg in 1971, Lempicka’s work has achieved remarkable acclaim in recent decades. Much of her work resides in museums worldwide, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Musée des Beaux-Arts du Havre, and the National Museum Warsaw, among others. Alain Blondel, the esteemed French author who compiled the artist’s catalogue raisonné, wrote fondly of her uniqueness: “Tamara de Lempicka will always continue to defy categorization. Her art and her life destiny do not fit into the usual framework for 20th-century artists. The idea that art could be a profession was foreign to Lempicka. Her life and her painting were too closely intertwined for that.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1975 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 9 1\/2\" high x 7 5\/8\" wide (24.13 x 19.37 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 13\" high x 11\" wide x 1\" deep (33.02 x 27.94 x 2.54 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e By descent, from the artist","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44491868733575,"sku":"31-9612","price":278500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/31-9612_1.png?v=1777552604"},{"product_id":"raisins-et-oranges-by-tamara-de-lempicka","title":"Raisins et oranges by Tamara de Lempicka","description":"Tamara de Lempicka\u003cbr\u003e 1898-1980 | Polish \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eRaisins et oranges\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Signed \"Lempicka\" (lower right)\u003cbr\u003e Oil on canvas \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This charming still life by Art Deco icon Tamara de Lempicka epitomizes the artist's talent for capturing a vivid sense of beauty and grace, no matter her chosen subject or style. Described by one of her earliest collectors as the “first Pop Star of the century,” Lempicka's masterful paintings such as this one radiate with Art Deco's signature blend of elegance and modernity. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Painted circa 1963, \u003cem\u003eRaisins et oranges\u003c\/em\u003e displays Lempicka's masterful use of color and texture to create a remarkable sense of depth in her still life. Ever the adventurer, Lempicka began exploring new painting techniques even at this mature stage of her career. She used her palette knife as one of her main implements, creating new textures and ways of directly applying color in her alluring works. During this experimental period, Lempicka focused on some of her favorite recurring motifs such as floral bouquets and tablescapes bursting with fruit like this one. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in Poland at the turn of the 20th century, Lempicka was forced to flee to France in 1918 after the beginning of the Russian Revolution. During a visit to Italy in her youth, she became enraptured by the Italian Old Masters. Inspired by this formative experience, Lempicka enrolled in Académie de la Grande Chaumière in Paris to take up painting. She studied under famed avant-garde artists Maurice Denis and André Lhote, who introduced her to Cubism, and she began exhibiting at the Parisian salons as early as 1922. Lempicka became a fixture in Parisian high society, spending much of her time hosting wealthy elites in her atelier on Rue Méchain.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With a resurgence of appreciation for the Art Deco period, combined with the success of her retrospective at Galerie de Luxembourg in 1971, Lempicka’s work has achieved remarkable acclaim in recent decades. Much of her work resides in museums worldwide, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Musée des Beaux-Arts du Havre, and the National Museum Warsaw, among others. Alain Blondel, the esteemed French author who compiled the artist’s catalogue raisonné, wrote fondly of her uniqueness: “Tamara de Lempicka will always continue to defy categorization. Her art and her life destiny do not fit into the usual framework for 20th-century artists. The idea that art could be a profession was foreign to Lempicka. Her life and her painting were too closely intertwined for that.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1963 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 14 5\/8\" high x 23 3\/8\" wide (37.15 x 59.37 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 20 1\/2\" high x 30\" wide (52.07 x 76.20 x 3.81 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, 1990\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Literature:\u003cbr\u003e Alain Blondel, \u003cem\u003eTamara de Lempicka, Catalogue raisonné 1921-1979\u003c\/em\u003e, Lausanne, 1999, no. B456, p. 409\u003cbr\u003e Marc Vaux, \u003cem\u003eFonds Lempicka\u003c\/em\u003e, MNAM, Paris, 1972 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e By descent, from the artist","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42488645484679,"sku":"31-9614","price":168500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/31-9614_1_853b90c7-029e-47b7-87a4-4769d6287430.png?v=1743858539"},{"product_id":"georgian-silver-coffee-pot-by-hester-bateman-1","title":"Georgian Silver Coffee Pot by Hester Bateman","description":"Coffee Pot\u003cbr\u003e Hester Bateman\u003cbr\u003e Hallmarked London, 1779 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This exquisite late 18th-century coffee pot by Hester Bateman, often referred to as the “Queen of Silver,” exemplifies the expert craftsmanship that made the Bateman workshop famous. Its traditional pear shape is complemented by a high domed cover with beaded edges, a delicate bud finial and a finely crafted wooden handle. The coffee pot proudly displays a stag’s head caboshed, surrounded by delicate vines and a ribbon-like pattern. The spout appears wrapped in acanthus leaves, a stunning nod to classical forms. The design exudes a delicate, lightweight elegance, showcasing Bateman’s signature feminine sensibility and Georgian refinement. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Introduced in the 17th century, silver coffee pots became a symbol of wealth and sophistication, central to English tableware culture as coffee drinking grew in popularity. This particular coffee pot, once part of the esteemed Red McCombs collection, perfectly reflects Bateman’s exceptional skill and innovative approach. After taking over her family’s silversmithing business in 1760, Bateman’s leadership ensured its success until her retirement in 1790, with her legacy continuing well into the mid-19th century. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 12 3\/8\" high x 8\" wide x 4 1\/2\" deep \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans\u003cbr\u003e Red McCombs Collection, Texas\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans","brand":"M.S. 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The spout is adorned with intricate beading, while the body is delicately engraved with a monogram surrounded by delicate vines, reflecting Georgian sensibilities and Bateman's distinctive feminine touch. The overall lightweight elegance of the coffee pot is characteristic of Bateman's work. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Hester Bateman was a trailblazing silversmith who took over her family’s business in 1760, becoming one of the most respected figures in Georgian silver. Her innovative approach and meticulous attention to detail ensured the workshop's success until her retirement in 1790. This coffee pot, once part of the prestigious Red McCombs collection, embodies Bateman’s signature style, combining functional design with sophisticated ornamentation that reflects the height of Georgian refinement. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 13\" high x 8\" wide x 5\" deep \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e M.S. 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The chamberstick features a neatly designed snuffer, which hangs just above the tray to prevent any wax or soot from marring the surface. The snuffer, adorned with a tiny vase-shaped finial and an S-curve handle, embodies both form and function. There is a crest on the wax pan, a calf’s head over a crown symbolizing this item’s connection with English nobility. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Additionally, the opening below the candle cup likely served as a convenient holder for a wick trimmer, emphasizing the practical yet sophisticated design. Chambersticks like this played a crucial role in Georgian society, providing essential light for the journey from the main living quarters to the bedchamber. Beyond their practicality, they were also symbols of the era's elegance and sophistication. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Hester Bateman, known as the \"Queen of Silver,\" took over her family's silversmithing business in 1760 after the death of her husband. Her pioneering leadership and innovative techniques, such as the use of workable sheet silver, led to the flourishing of the business until her retirement in 1790. This chamberstick, a stunning example of Bateman’s work, was once part of the esteemed Red McCombs Collection, a collection that has garnered significant attention. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 3 3\/4” high x 6” wide x 5” deep \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans\u003cbr\u003e Red McCombs Collection, Texas\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans","brand":"M.S. 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Decorated with exquisite chinoiserie, the mug’s surface depicts exotic birds and delicate leaves that epitomize the imaginative blend of Eastern and Western aesthetics prevalent in the 1680s. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Visually, this mug is a striking combination of detailed flat-chasing and subtle matte textures. The elaborate chinoiserie decoration includes plumed birds, long feathered leaves and berries, with one bird holding a berry in its beak. A matte border with undulating puff-like peaks encircles the lower portion of the mug, adding texture and depth to the design. The bombe shape and reeded neck are balanced by these intricate designs, creating a harmonious and elegant work of art. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Dorothy Grant, the widow of William Grant, continued her husband’s craft after his death in 1677, a practice common among women goldsmiths of the time. She would go on to take two of her sons as apprentices, keeping the profession within the family. This item signifies Grant’s status as a goldsmith working independently, highlighting her role in London’s goldsmithing community. This particular mug is an extraordinary example of her craftsmanship, combining both artistic merit and historical significance. This mug was once part of the iconic Red McCombs Collection, which has been highly publicized and studied. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 3 3\/8\" high x 4 1\/2\" diameter \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans\u003cbr\u003e Red McCombs Collection, Texas\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans  \n","brand":"M.S. 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The coasters are complete with their original mahogany wooden inserts. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Hester Bateman is one of the most celebrated silversmiths of the Georgian era, widely recognized as the \"Queen of English Silversmiths.\" Her importance lies not only in her exceptional craftsmanship but also in her pioneering role as a female silversmith in a male-dominated field. Bateman took over her husband’s business after his death in 1760, building it into one of the most successful silver workshops in London. Known for her refined designs, delicate beading and intricate engraving, Bateman's work showcases an elegance and precision that has become synonymous with her name. Her mastery of the Neoclassical style and ability to balance beauty with functionality have left a lasting legacy, making her works highly sought after by collectors and institutions alike. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Each: 1 1\/2\" high x 4 7\/8\" diameter","brand":"M.S. 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Known for her mastery of color and design, Kat Florence has paired this stunning stone with flawless D-color diamonds totaling 3.80 carats, creating a necklace that is as much a marvel of nature as it is of artistry. Set in 18K white gold. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Pendant: 3\" length\u003cbr\u003e Chain: 24 1\/2\" length","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43317026914439,"sku":"32-0595","price":165000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/32-0595_1.png?v=1762000778"},{"product_id":"kat-florence-unheated-paraiba-tourmaline-ring-11-54-carats","title":"Kat Florence Unheated Paraiba Tourmaline Ring, 11.54 Carats","description":"This stunning ring from Canadian designer Kat Florence combines some of the world's most extraordinary stones. The central Paraiba tourmaline weighs an impressive 11.54 carats and exhibits the striking ocean-blue hue for which these stones are coveted. Graded by Bellerophon as completely free from treatment and originating in Mozambique, this Paraiba is a wonder of the natural world. With its supremely dazzling 3.29-carat halo of flawless D-color diamonds—the highest clarity and color gradings a diamond can receive—this ring is the epitome of exceptional quality and rarity. Set in 18K white gold. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Kat Florence, renowned for her masterful approach to color and design, has created a statement piece that exemplifies the pinnacle of contemporary jewelry artistry. The interplay between the Paraiba's stunning blue hue and the diamonds' perfect colorless brilliance creates a captivating visual harmony. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/library.rauantiques.com\/Report_32-0768.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload the Report\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"M.S. 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Yet Cassatt overcame these challenges, not through talent alone, but with extraordinary vision and unwavering perseverance. Created at the peak of her career, this exquisite composition coincided with her monumental mural commission for the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition, underscoring her pivotal role in both American and European art history. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Encouraged by her close friend and mentor Edgar Degas, Cassatt began experimenting with the medium of pastel in the early 1880s. Her mastery of the medium became one of the defining elements of her artistic legacy. \u003cem\u003eGirl with a Banjo\u003c\/em\u003e exemplifies her technical virtuosity in pastel, with its vibrant, explosive use of color and dynamic brushwork, enhancing the delicate rendering of the young musician’s pale skin and soft hair. The composition is alive with texture and movement, bringing the figure to life with remarkable immediacy. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e By the early 1890s, Mary Cassatt had firmly established herself as the foremost American female artist, reshaping the role of women in art and society alongside fellow Impressionist Berthe Morisot. While earlier female artists often followed the stylistic conventions of their male peers, Cassatt and Morisot distinguished themselves by focusing on the lives of women, depicting them as active participants in their domestic and personal spheres. In 1891, Cassatt was commissioned to create a large mural for the Woman’s Building at the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair. Her monumental work, Modern Woman, spanned 54 feet by 14 feet and explored the expanding roles of women in modern society. A central figure in the mural depicted a woman playing the banjo—an instrument associated with African American culture and considered unconventional for women—highlighting Cassatt’s bold statement on women’s growing autonomy and their evolving place in the world. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e During this period, Cassatt produced several works of women playing the banjo, many of which were preparatory studies for her mural. \u003cem\u003eGirl with a Banjo\u003c\/em\u003e stands as one of only two complete works on this subject, with the other belonging to the collection of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. This particular pastel is widely regarded as the finest of her surviving banjo-themed works. Unfortunately, Cassatt's mural for the World’s Columbian Exposition was lost after the fair, likely destroyed in a warehouse fire, leaving works like \u003cem\u003eGirl with a Banjo\u003c\/em\u003e as rare surviving testaments to this significant phase of her career. Cassatt’s legacy as a groundbreaking artist endures, with her pastels highly prized by collectors and prestigious institutions worldwide. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1894 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Paper: 23\" high x 28\" wide (58.42 x 71.12 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 37 1\/2\" high x 42 1\/4\" wide x 2 3\/4\" deep (95.25 x 107.32 x 6.99 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rau-sfimages.s3.amazonaws.com\/dossier\/Dossier_32-0025.pdf\" target=\"new\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eView the Dossier\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This painting was exhibited at The European Fine Art Fair. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e Roger Marx, Paris\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, Tokyo, acquired from above\u003cbr\u003e Sale, Sotheby’s London, 26 June 1990, lot 13, sold by above\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, Texas\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, Los Angeles, by 1998\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Exhibited:\u003cbr\u003e The Art Institute of Chicago, Mary Cassatt: Modern Woman, 10 October 1998-10 January 1999, no. 74, p. 218, 296, 325, illustrated in color; exhibition traveled to Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 6 February-10 May 1999 and National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C., 5 June-6 September 1999","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44424774942855,"sku":"32-0025","price":4950000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/32-0025_1_06b5b680-9f81-407b-ad4e-2728c38d15f1.png?v=1775661735"},{"product_id":"kat-florence-sphene-ring-6-66-carats","title":"Kat Florence Sphene Ring, 6.66 Carats","description":"Brilliant and fiery, this exceptional ring by Kat Florence showcases a rare 6.66-carat Russian sphene, expertly radiant cut in an octagon shape to maximize its dazzling refraction. Sphene, also known as titanite, is prized for its extraordinary dispersion, often surpassing even that of a diamond. Complementing its vibrant green hue are 1.25 carats of flawless, D-color diamonds that extend down the band. Set in 18K yellow gold. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Renowned Canadian jeweler Kat Florence is celebrated for her meticulous craftsmanship and use of the world's finest gemstones. Her designs emphasize rarity, beauty and precision, making each creation a true work of art. This ring is accompanied by a report from Kat Florence. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/library.rauantiques.com\/Report_32-0796.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload the Report\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"M.S. 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The bold, architectural silhouette and striking contrast between the emerald and diamonds exemplify the pinnacle of contemporary high jewelry. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/library.rauantiques.com\/Report_32-0797.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload the Report\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43673057001607,"sku":"32-0797","price":98500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/32-0797_1.png?v=1767188894"},{"product_id":"mary-tyler-moore-s-cartier-gold-trinity-bracelet","title":"Mary Tyler Moore’s Cartier Gold Trinity Bracelet","description":"This exquisite Cartier Trinity bangle not only belonged to the iconic Mary Tyler Moore, but it also exemplifies the timeless elegance of one of the world's most recognizable jewelry designs. The three interlocking bands of 18K yellow, white and rose gold create a harmonious composition that symbolizes love, fidelity and friendship. The bracelet's polished finish and substantial weight of approximately 39.6 pennyweights demonstrate Cartier's commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and enduring beauty. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Mary Tyler Moore was a legendary actress and cultural icon who revolutionized television with her groundbreaking portrayals of independent women. Moore's influence extended far beyond entertainment, as she became a symbol of female empowerment and a passionate advocate for women's rights and diabetes awareness. Her ownership of this classic Cartier design reflects her sophisticated taste and appreciation for timeless luxury. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Signed \"Cartier\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 2 1\/2\" diameter","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43876015800455,"sku":"32-1213","price":29850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/32-1213_1.png?v=1772377880"},{"product_id":"mary-tyler-moores-tiffany-co-gold-bracelet-by-paloma-picasso","title":"Mary Tyler Moore's Tiffany \u0026 Co. Gold Bracelet by Paloma Picasso","description":"This striking Tiffany \u0026amp; Co. 18K gold cuff bracelet once belonged to the iconic Mary Tyler Moore, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/msrauantiques2022.my.salesforce.com\/sfc\/p\/8c000000eEg1\/a\/Vb000003pdGw\/zRDAEcj6E2AX98EQVuw7Pw2icXfw3TR70VM4DljNaUE\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecompleting her stunning look at the 2008 Oscars.\u003c\/a\u003e Its bold design exemplifies the visionary artistry of Paloma Picasso, one of Tiffany's most revered and coveted designers. The unique bangle showcases Picasso's ability to merge modernist forms with classic elegance. As a celebrated jewelry designer, Picasso continues to influence the world of fine jewelry with her distinctive creations. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Mary Tyler Moore was a trailblazing actress and cultural icon, best known for her roles in The Mary Tyler Moore Show and The Dick Van Dyke Show. Her portrayal of Mary Richards, an independent, career-focused woman, broke stereotypes and became a symbol of empowerment for women in the 1970s. Moore’s work helped pave the way for more progressive representations of women on television. Beyond acting, she was a passionate advocate for women's rights and diabetes awareness. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The daughter of Pablo Picasso, Paloma Picasso began designing jewelry for Tiffany \u0026amp; Co. in the 1980s and has created exclusively for them ever since. Her coveted designs reside in prestigious private collections as well as important museums such as the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History and Chicago's Field Museum of Natural History. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Late 20th century \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Signed \"Tiffany \u0026amp; Co\" and \"Paloma Picasso\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 2 1\/8\" diameter x 2 3\/8\" width\u003cbr\u003e Inner circumference: 6 3\/4\"","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44492042109063,"sku":"32-1214","price":34500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/32-1214_1_6fe0dcd0-114e-4013-9986-f9c143c194b2.png?v=1777554902"},{"product_id":"smiling-sara-in-a-big-hat-holding-her-dog-by-mary-cassatt","title":"Smiling Sara in a Big Hat Holding Her Dog by Mary Cassatt","description":"Mary Cassatt\u003cbr\u003e 1844–1926 | American \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eSmiling Sara in a Big Hat Holding Her Dog\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Signed \"Mary Cassatt\" (lower right)\u003cbr\u003e Pastel on paper \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003e“I love to paint children. They are so natural and truthful. They have no arrière-pensée [ulterior motive].”\u003c\/em\u003e – Mary Cassatt \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Mary Cassatt is distinguished as one of the most important female painters in art history, as one of the few women and the only American to exhibit with the Impressionists. More than any of her contemporaries, she elevated the world of women into subjects of profound significance. This magnificent pastel, \u003cem\u003eSmiling Sara in a Big Hat Holding Her Dog\u003c\/em\u003e, showcases Cassatt's signature subject and her exceptional mastery of the medium. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e By 1906, at the peak of her fame, Mary Cassatt began frequently employing Sara, a young golden-haired girl who was quite likely the granddaughter of former French president Emile Loubet. Sara's sweet face and good-natured demeanor made her a favored model who appeared in many of Cassatt's works, including \u003cem\u003eSara in a Green Bonnet\u003c\/em\u003e at the Smithsonian of American Art Museum and a drawing titled \u003cem\u003eSara Wearing Her Bonnet and Coat\u003c\/em\u003e at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In this work, Sara and her loyal companion are rendered in a lovely range of rosy pinks, warm yellows and brilliant blues. Cassatt's virtuosic linework adds dynamic energy to certain parts of the composition and lush softness to others, especially Sara's face and hair. Radiating a charming vivacity and intimate warmth, this work embodies Cassatt's understanding of childhood innocence and her belief in the compelling individualism of women and girls. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Cassatt’s pastel work, inspired by her friend Edgar Degas, allowed her to layer color rapidly while capturing the fleeting nuances of expression. “I saw art then as I wanted to see it,” she once recalled after encountering Degas’s pastels in a Paris shop window. From the 1890s onward, pastel became her dominant medium, and by the early 20th century, she had fully harnessed its potential for expressiveness and luminosity. Pastel would ultimately emerge as the medium for which she achieved her greatest fame. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in 1844 near Pittsburgh, Mary Cassatt spent most of her life in France. She is likely the most important person in exposing the Impressionist movement to the Americas. Cassatt exhibited at the Salon and was invited by Edgar Degas in 1877 to join the Impressionist exhibitions, participating in 1879–81 and 1886 as the lone American in the group. Today, Cassatt remains one of the most towering female figures in art history, and her works are highly coveted by prestigious institutions and collectors. Major retrospective exhibitions of her work, both oil paintings and works on paper alike, have been held at the Musée d’Orsay, and the major 2024-25 exhibition organized by the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, \u003cem\u003eMary Cassatt at Work\u003c\/em\u003e. Importantly, a counter-proof of our pastel is part of the collection of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This work is included as no. 447 in the Cassatt Committee's revision of Adelyn Dohme Breeskin's catalogue raisonné of the works of Mary Cassatt. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1906-07 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Paper: 21 1\/4\" high x 16\" wide (56.52 x 40.64 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 34 5\/8\" high x 26 3\/8\" wide x 2 3\/4\" deep (87.95 x 66.99 x 6.99 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e (probably) Ambrose Vollard, Paris\u003cbr\u003e Raoul Bouchara, Paris (acquired circa 1935)\u003cbr\u003e Acquired by descent from the above\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, United States \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Literature:\u003cbr\u003e Daniel Catton Rich, \u003cem\u003eCatalogue of the Charles H. and Mary F. S. Worcester Collection of Paintings, Sculpture and Drawing\u003c\/em\u003e, Chicago, 1938, p. 56\u003cbr\u003e Adelyn Dohme Breeskin, \u003cem\u003eMary Cassatt: A Catalogue Raisonné of the Oils, Pastels, Watercolors, and Drawings\u003c\/em\u003e, Washington, D.C., 1970, no. 373, p. 156, illustrated\u003cbr\u003e Exhibition catalog, \u003cem\u003eMary Cassatt: Modern Woman\u003c\/em\u003e, 1998, p. 226","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44493792870535,"sku":"32-1343","price":885000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/32-1343_1_d2812067-a2dc-42f4-9d7f-dc65500687ea.png?v=1780146300"},{"product_id":"kat-florence-color-change-alexandrite-ring-1-43-carats","title":"Kat Florence Color-Change Alexandrite Ring, 1.43 Carats","description":"This exquisite ring by Canadian designer Kat Florence centers a 1.43-carat oval Tanzanian alexandrite. Graded by the AGL, the untreated gemstone displays the rare color-change phenomenon, shifting from bluish-green in fluorescent light to pinkish-purple in incandescent light. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The alexandrite is beautifully accented by flawless D-color diamonds totaling 0.71 carat—the highest grades of both color and clarity—further enhancing its brilliance. Set in 18K white gold, this ring exemplifies the exceptional craftsmanship and uncompromising standards that define Kat Florence’s designs. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/library.rauantiques.com\/Report_32-0795.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload the Reports\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"M.S. 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The gem is elegantly encircled by 2.73 carats of diamonds and is set in 18K white gold. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Kat Florence is celebrated for designing jewelry that highlights rare and vibrant gemstones, particularly Paraiba tourmalines. Her work emphasizes purity of color and clarity, bringing forward the exceptional character of each stone in settings that balance bold innovation with classic elegance. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/library.rauantiques.com\/Report_32-1972.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload the Report\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43668626768007,"sku":"32-1972","price":225000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/32-1972_1_672425fb-9cde-4670-bd3e-48263f6a7cd2.png?v=1781220074"},{"product_id":"jeune-fille-au-chien-by-berthe-morisot","title":"Jeune fille au chien by Berthe Morisot","description":"Berthe Morisot\u003cbr\u003e 1841-1895 | French \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eJeune fille au chien\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e (\u003cem\u003eYoung girl with dog\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Stamped with signature \"Berthe Morisot\" (lower left)\u003cbr\u003e Oil on canvas \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A pioneering figure of Impressionism, Berthe Morisot stands out not only as a leader of this revolutionary movement but also as one of the most groundbreaking women artists in history. This extraordinarily rare masterpiece, \u003cem\u003eJeune fille au chien\u003c\/em\u003e, is among her largest and most beautiful works available today. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Glowing with a luminous palette and an ethereal softness, \u003cem\u003eJeune fille au chien\u003c\/em\u003e was painted in one of the most important years of Morisot’s life. In the spring of 1892, Morisot achieved a monumental milestone with her first solo retrospective at Paris's prestigious Boussod, Valadon et Cie gallery—a first for a woman Impressionist. Just one month before the exhibition opened, her husband of nearly two decades, Eugène Manet, died. Grief-stricken, Morisot entered the most innovative year of her career, seeking solace in her art and reinventing herself as an artist. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Set in Morisot's garden at 40 Rue de Villejust, this captivating composition centers the stunning Jeanne Fourmanoir, the famous model who posed for both Morisot and Renoir during this period. Fourmanoir's distinctive cap and hair harmonize with the lush foliage, exemplifying the stylistic dialogue between Morisot and Renoir. This work reveals Morisot's evolution toward her softer, richer textures compared to her earlier energetic brushwork, creating a hazy, dreamlike quality that mirrors the emotional world of the artist in the final years of her life. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Fourmanoir was one of Morisot’s favorite subjects, frequently appearing in Morisot's iconic masterpieces, most notably as a cherry picker in \u003cem\u003eLe Cerisier\u003c\/em\u003e of 1891, now at the Musée Marmottan Monet. Our painting depicting this famed model also has distinguished provenance, once belonging to the major American collectors Ralph Coe of Cleveland and Harry and Doris Rubin of New York. Its remarkable exhibition history includes the important 1896 Durand-Ruel exhibition, organized shortly after Morisot's death by her distinguished peers: Edgar Degas, Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Stephane Mallarmé. An incredible tribute to one of Impressionism's most visionary talents, this show was a grand event in the Parisian art scene. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in Bourges, France, in 1841, Berthe Morisot came from a wealthy family. Like many young girls of her social class, she received private art lessons beginning at the age of 11. Her teacher, the painter Joseph Guichard, helped to introduce her to the Parisian art scene. Through him, Morisot made the acquaintance of Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot and Édouard Manet, both of whom would have a profound impact on her career and artistic style. Morisot exhibited regularly at the Paris Salon from 1864 to 1873 until, in 1874, she officially joined and became a vital leader of the Impressionists, exhibiting in all but one of the eight Impressionist shows. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Today, Morisot's paintings remain some of the rarest Impressionist works on the market—she produced just 416 oil paintings, significantly less than Monet, Degas and Renoir. The majority of Morisot’s works are held in prestigious museum collections worldwide, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the Tate Modern in London, the Musée du Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay in Paris. She has also been the focus of endless scholarship and landmark exhibitions, including a major retrospective at The Barnes Foundation in 2019 that traveled to the Musée National des Beaux-Arts du Québec, the Dallas Museum of Art and the Musée d’Orsay. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Painted 1892 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 25 1\/4\" high x 31 1\/2\" wide (64.14 x 80.01 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Framed: 35\" high x 41\" wide x 2 3\/8\" deep (88.90 x 104.14 x 5.91 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rau-sfimages.s3.amazonaws.com\/dossier\/Dossier_32-0999.pdf\" target=\"new\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eView the Dossier\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e C.W. Kraushaar Galleries, New York\u003cbr\u003e Ralph M. Coe, Cleveland (acquired from the above, 1926)\u003cbr\u003e Sale, Sotheby's New York, January 14, 1959, lot 70 (sold by the above)\u003cbr\u003e Milch Gallery, New York (acquired at the above sale)\u003cbr\u003e Harry and Doris Rubin, New York (acquired from the above in 1959)\u003cbr\u003e Sale, Sotheby’s New York, May 7, 2008, lot 10 (sold by the above)\u003cbr\u003e Private collection (acquired at the above sale)\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Literature:\u003cbr\u003e J. Rewald, \u003cem\u003eThe History of Impressionism\u003c\/em\u003e, New York, 1961, p. 573 (illustrated in color)\u003cbr\u003e M.-L. Bataille and G. Wildenstein, \u003cem\u003eBerthe Morisot, Catalogue des peintures, pastels et aquarelles\u003c\/em\u003e, Paris, 1961, p. 44, no. 311 (illustrated fig. 318)\u003cbr\u003e A. Clairet, D. Montalant and Y. Rouart, \u003cem\u003eBerthe Morisot, Catalogue Raisonné de l’oeuvre Peint\u003c\/em\u003e, Paris, 1997, p. 267, no. 315 (illustrated) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Exhibited:\u003cbr\u003e Paris, Galerie Durand-Ruel et Cie., \u003cem\u003eBerthe Morisot (Madame Eugène Manet), Exposition de son oeuvre\u003c\/em\u003e, March 1896, p. 19, no. 29 (dated 1887)\u003cbr\u003e Paris, Galerie Bernheim, \u003cem\u003eRetrospective de Berthe Morisot\u003c\/em\u003e, June – July 1922\u003cbr\u003e Chicago, The Arts Club, \u003cem\u003eBerthe Morisot\u003c\/em\u003e, March-April 1943, no. 26 (titled \u003cem\u003eGirl with a Dog in a Garden\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e New Haven, Yale University Art Gallery, \u003cem\u003ePictures Collected by Yale Alumni\u003c\/em\u003e, May-June 1956, no. 87 (illustrated; titled \u003cem\u003eJeanne Foumanoir in Madame Morsiot’s Garden, with the Little Dog\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e New York, Wildenstein \u0026amp; Co., \u003cem\u003eBerthe Morisot\u003c\/em\u003e, November-December 1960, no. 58 (illustrated; titled \u003cem\u003eJeanne Fourmanoir et son Petit Chien Colas\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e Turin, Galleria Civica d’arte Moderna e Contemporanea, \u003cem\u003eBerthe Morisot, Impressionist painter\u003c\/em\u003e, 16 October 2024 – 9 March 2025, no. 38","brand":"M.S. 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