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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.

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

Plum Tree in the Artist's Garden by Theodore Earl Butler, 1934.

Theodore Earl Butler: An American in Monet’s Garden

  • August 9th, 2019 08:48

Lush gardens and bucolic domestic scenes define significant chapters in Theodore Earl Butler’s career, and indeed, ...

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L'Éternel Printemps by Auguste Rodin. The sculpture was originally intended for his Gates of Hell, but wa deemed too joyful.

Against the Grain: L'Éternel Printemps by Auguste Rodin

  • May 17th, 2019 16:33

“Man's naked form belongs to no particular moment in history; it is eternal, and can be looked upon with joy by the ...

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Portrait of George Washington attributed to Gilbert Stuart. Circa 1815

American Stories on Display at M.S. Rau Antiques’ Latest Exhibition

  • April 10th, 2019 14:01

Nearly 100 works by over 70 artists spanning over two centuries are on display at M.S. Rau Antiques' latest ...

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Over the Crest: The Lightning by Montague Dawson

The Master of Maritime: Montague Dawson

  • March 20th, 2019 13:37

Montague Dawson spent his lifetime devoted to the sea. He grew up alongside it during the early years of his ...

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Cleopatra by Julius Kronberg. Signed and dated 1883. This incredible Academic masterpiece was commissioned in 1879 by Count Fredrick Wachtmeister and resided in Tistad Castle for over 130 years.

Historic Drama to Artistic Masterpiece: Cleopatra by Julius Kronberg

  • February 13th, 2019 16:04

A larger-than-life personality guided by power, political alliances, civil wars and seduction, Egypt’s Queen ...

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This exceptionally rare and exquisite panel was composed by the renowned Florentine painter Domenico Puligo. Circa 1515.

Motherly Love: Renaissance Devotional Painting by Puligo

  • December 31st, 2018 07:39

The Virgin Mary has served as a centralizing figure in Christian art since the religion’s beginnings, but it took ...

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