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Beauty, Rarity, History: The M.S. Rau Blog

Founded in 1912, M.S. Rau is one of North America’s most respected galleries supported by a team of experts who ensure each piece is vetted for quality and authenticity. A commitment to quality and beauty underpins each of the gallery’s acquisitions; it is a commitment that allows Rau to present only the most exceptional in fine art, antiques and jewels.

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This Arburo Orchestrion revolutionized the automated music industry by utilizing stand-alone instruments in its ingenious mechanism. Each was special ordered and made entirely by hand.

Melodious Mechanical Marvels: Antique Music Boxes

  • January 20th, 2014 16:33

“Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” ― Plato ...

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This extraordinary pair of George III period tea caddies are enveloped in ivory, with tortoiseshell and sterling silver trim and mounts. Circa 1790.

Time for Tea! Exquisite Tea Caddies

  • January 11th, 2014 07:54

No other practice evokes British sophistication and elegance quite like the drinking of tea. It is hard to believe ...

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The Augustus III Clock by Jean-Pierre Latz, circa 1745, stands nearly nine-feet high

The Name Says it All: The Augustus III Clock by Jean-Pierre Latz

  • December 16th, 2013 09:12

Few things in the fine art and antiques world get the heart racing quite like provenance. Imagine touching an object ...

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Renoir captures the dramatic apex of the legendary Greek tragedy in this work entitled Oedipus Rex

Art Depicting Art: "Oedipus Rex" by Renoir

  • December 2nd, 2013 14:37

In 1895, Renoir was commissioned to paint a series of paintings to decorate the home of the director of the Theatre ...

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This awe-inspiring marble sculpture of Laocoön and His Sons is one of the few pre-1780 renditions not currently in a museum.

A Masterpiece for the Ages: Laocoön and His Sons

  • October 11th, 2013 10:33

Artistic influence comes in many forms through numerous disciplines. One work of art, in particular, has influenced ...

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An autographed photo of Ali announcing The Rumble in the Jungle match between he and George Foreman in 1974.

The Rumble Heard Around the World: Muhammad Ali Memorabilia

  • August 27th, 2013 14:31

“I am the greatest. I said that even before I knew I was.” –Muhammad Ali Gifted athlete. Magnetic personality. A ...

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