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DAUM NANCY PAYSAGE D’HIVER VASES
Each signed “Daum Nancy” with the cross of Lorraine Art Nouveau masters Daum Nancy capture winter’s serene beauty in their Paysage d’Hiver cameo glass, an advance d technique in which multiple layers of glass are carved and acid-etched to reveal vibrant color and intricate detail. Delicate enameling further enriches the surface, producing luminous masterpieces.
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Left: Circa 1900. 6”h x 21/2”dia #32-0198 | $4,950
Circa 1920. 8”h x 6”dia #32-0536 | $9,850
Right: Circa 1900. 43/4”h x 2”w x 2”d #32-0199 | $4,950
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FINE ART, JEWELS & RARITIES
Since 1912, M.S. Rau has been devoted to discovering the most exquisite works and connecting them with discerning collectors. With each year, our commitment deepens, curating a distinguished selection of fine art, antiques and jewelry of exceptional quality. Today, we are proud to stand as one of the world’s most respected galleries.
This catalog presents our remarkable masterpieces: an Impressionist landscape by Renoir, museum-quality silver by the legendary Paul Revere and a dazzling array of gemstones, from rare Paraiba tourmalines to brilliant yellow diamonds. Each exemplifies the artistry, craftsmanship and allure that make collecting with M.S. Rau a singular experience. We are honored to share this catalog with you and look forward to helping you discover your next treasure. Please don’t hesitate to contact your dedicated sales consultant for any questions or to learn more about a work that catches your eye.
A cclaimed Mas terpieces
Florentine Pietre Dure Plaque
Circa 1750 | Hardstone
Plaque: 30”h x 381/2”w | Framed: 34”h x 421/2”w
Among the most labor-intensive and breathtaking art forms, pietre dure is a mosaic technique that transforms precisely cut hardstones into vibrant, seamless compositions. This monumental plaque is a masterwork of the craft, representing the pinnacle of 18th-century pietre dure artistry. Examples of this size and quality, especially from this early period, are nearly impossible to find outside the world’s most prestigious museum collections.
Created in Florence, the historic epicenter of pietre dure craft, this circa 1750 masterpiece is composed of dozens of exquisite hardstones. These include jasper, deep lapis lazuli, delicate alabaster and antique marbles with rare tortoiseshell accents, all assembled with intricate precision. Measuring over three feet wide, its impressive scale highlights the remarkable skill required to achieve such flawless detail.
#32-0529 | $148,500
PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR , 1841-1919 | French
Au bord de la rivière
Circa 1896 | Oil on canvas
Canvas: 181/4”h x 22”w | Frame: 26”h x 281/4”w
Many artists sought to capture the serenity of the French countryside, but none succeeded with the same lyricism as Pierre-Auguste Renoir. In Au bord de la rivière (Along the River), the famed Impressionist’s vivid brushwork and lush palette transform a quiet riverside into a vibrant meditation on nature’s fleeting beauty. Painted en plein air, the work reflects Renoir’s deep love for the landscape and reveals his command of the genre.
The undisputed master of Impressionist portraiture, Renoir demonstrated his far-reaching talent in the rare landscapes he created. Comparable scenes are held in the collections of leading institutions, including the Barnes Foundation and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. #31-8538 | Price upon request
GIOVANNI BOLDINI , 1842-1931 | Italian
Portrait of Emilienne Le Roy
Painted 1913 | Oil on canvas
Canvas: 375/8”h x 273/4”w | Frame: 471/4”h x 371/2”w
Giovanni Boldini was the premier portraitist of the Belle Époque. Known affectionately as the “Master of the Swish,” he captured fashionable Parisian society with unmatched elegance. In Portrait of Emilienne Le Roy, his signature dynamism and fluid brushwork bring to life a striking young aristocrat whose vivid eyes and pink gown radiate vitality and poise.
Painted at the height of his fame, when most Parisian socialites coveted a portrait by the master, this monumental work embodies the allure of an era on the brink of modernity. Today, Boldini’s work resides in the world’s most prestigious museums, including the Boldini Museum in Ferrara, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Petit Palais in Paris, which recently held a major retrospective of his career. #32-0364 | $885,000
RICHARD E. MILLER, 1875-1943 | American Young Woman in Interior
Circa 1910-11 | Oil on canvas | Signed “Miller” (lower right)
Canvas: 355/8”h x 281/4”w | Frame: 455/8”h x 381/4”w
Bathed in natural light, this intimate scene exemplifies Richard E. Miller’s poetic approach to American Impressionism. Painted in Giverny, France, where he worked alongside Claude Monet, the composition reflects Miller’s focus on feminine grace and the beauty of everyday life. With vibrant color and expressive brushwork, he brings depth to the domestic moment, capturing the fleeting interplay of light and shadow.
Trained in Paris and shaped by the legendary artist colony of Giverny, Miller developed a distinctly American style within the Impressionist movement. Miller’s Giverny canvases, like this one, earned him international acclaim and remain among the most coveted in American Impressionism.
#32-0773 | Price upon request
A Spot of Grass
Dated 1988 | Oil on canvas | Signed “W Kahn” (lower right) Canvas: 335/8”h x 531/2”w | Frame: 40”h x 60”w
A masterwork of American landscape painting, this monumental woodland scene reveals Wolf Kahn’s revolutionary blend of color field abstraction and realism. Painted during the height of the artist’s career, this work glows with Kahn’s signature palette of radiant purples, peaches and greens. Towering tree trunks rise from a soft orange forest floor, bathed in Kahn’s hallmark foggy light that warms the violet backdrop.
Drawing from both European modernism and American traditions, Kahn developed a distinctive visual language rooted in mood rather than direct representation. His bold, atmospheric landscapes like this one earned him a place in major museum collections, including the Met, the MFA Boston and the Smithsonian American Art Museum. #32-1111 | $288,500
WOLF KAHN, 1927-2020 | American
ANDRÉ BRASILIER, B. 1929 | French
Automne d’or
20th century | Oil on canvas | Signed “André Brasilier” (lower right)
Canvas: 255/8”h x 391/2”w | Frame: 343/8”h x 481/4”w
Galloping horses thunder across this exhilarating autumn landscape by André Brasilier. Famed for his lyrical portrayals of horses, Brasilier masterfully captures both the dynamic motion and the unmistakable elegance of these majestic creatures, which he sees as “superb creations” of the divine.
Brasilier’s electric palette and flowing brushwork infuse the scene with his signature energy and power, the hallmarks of his best works. His paintings are celebrated worldwide and reside in prominent collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
#32-0517 | $198,500
JEAN-BAPTISTE MONNOYER, 1636-1699 | French
Still Life with Flowers on a Carved Stone Ledge
17th century | Oil on canvas
Canvas: 53”h x 37”w | Frame: 61”h x 433/4”w
Impeccable detail and luminous color enliven this floral still life by French artist Jean-Baptiste Monnoyer. Trained in Antwerp, he followed the rich tradition of 17th-century Flemish still life painting, yet infused his works with a distinctly French grandeur. This refined style made Monnoyer the preferred flower painter of the aristocracy, and his masterpieces decorated some of the most prestigious residences of his time, including Versailles and Kensington Palace.
Few of his compositions match the complexity of the present oil, which pairs a lavish floral arrangement with classical architectural elements. Today, his works are held in major collections worldwide, including the Louvre, the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. and the British Royal Collection. #31-0200 | Price upon request
AUGUSTE HERBIN, 1882-1960 | French
Aoum II
Dated 1944 | Oil on canvas | Signed “Herbin” (lower right)
Canvas: 25”h x 39”w | Frame: 343/8”h x 481/8”w
Auguste Herbin was a pioneering force in Modernist abstraction, known for his bold geometric forms. The tiered arrangement of this composition creates a striking three-part visual effect and a dynamic narrative flow.
Having worked alongside masters like Picasso and Braque, Herbin eventually developed his own artistic language. Two years before creating this painting, he introduced his “alphabet plastique,” an influential system uniting color and form. While his process was deeply intellectual, Aoum II possesses an immediate magnetism that resonates with viewers on many levels, regardless of familiarity with its conceptual framework.
#31-6584 | $134,500
GINO PICCIONI, 1873-1941 | Italian
Wind on the Beach
Circa 1905 | Oil on canvas | Signed “G. Piccioni” (lower right)
Canvas: 383/4”h x 383/4”w | Frame: 471/8”h x 471/8”w
Gino Piccioni was a powerful force in Post-Impressionist painting. Wind on the Beach is a testament to his legacy, revealing Piccioni’s refined divisionist technique and luminous palette. His command of light and color further cemented his place among the most influential Italian painters of his time.
Though he achieved wide acclaim, including a prize at the Venice Biennale, Piccioni chose a life of quiet retreat in Tivoli, painting in solitude. His work continues to draw attention, most recently with a pastel study of this composition featured in the exhibition Women in Art: From Titian to Boldini at Palazzo Martinengo.
#32-0827 | $124,500
FRANK SINATRA, 1915-1998 | American
Yellow Abstract with Triangles
Dated 1989 | Acrylic on canvas | Signed “Sinatra” (lower right)
Canvas: 47”h x 35”w | Frame: 503/4”h x 383/4”w
Through bold color and sharp forms, this work reveals Frank Sinatra’s visual artistry beyond his musical fame. The dynamic composition, set against a sunny yellow backdrop, evokes the minimalist geometry of 20th-century abstractionists such as Piet Mondrian and Frank Stella.
Sinatra, widely celebrated as the greatest American pop singer of the 20th century, was not only an iconic entertainer but also a dedicated art collector and creator. In the early 1970s, Sinatra embraced painting, and today his art garners considerable esteem, valued by both music and art connoisseurs.
#32-0755 | $124,500
JEAN PUY, 1876–1960 | French
Mireille in a Red Bathrobe
Circa 1922 | Oil on canvas | Signed “J. Puy” (lower left)
Canvas: 25”h x 353/4”w | Frame: 36”h x 47”w
Jean Puy was central to the Fauvist movement, and this figural work is among his most compelling. The striking painting presents a captivating beauty, enveloped in bold, saturated color that recalls the artist’s Post-Impressionist foundations.
An early member of the Fauves, Puy exhibited alongside Matisse, Derain and Vlaminck at the landmark 1905 Salon d’Automne. His paintings reflect a strong sensitivity to the emotional power of color. Today, his works reside in major collections, including the Musée d’Orsay and the Art Institute of Chicago.
#32-0994 | Price upon request
OTTO EERELMAN, 1839-1926 | Dutch
Dog with a Kitten
Late 19th century | Oil on canvas | Signed “O. Eerelman” (lower right)
Canvas: 37”h x 55”w | Frame: 433/4”h x 611/2”w
Celebrated as the “Northern Rembrandt,” Otto Eerelman was among 19th-century Europe’s foremost animal portraitists. In this monumental oil painting, he captures a tender moment between a large-breed dog and a resting kitten, set within a richly detailed Dutch interior. Eerelman’s masterful technique renders both the furry coats and the distinct personalities of his subjects with precision.
Known for his lifelike compositions, often the result of extended sittings with pets, Eerelman attracted elite patrons, including the Dutch royal court. The present work is a triumph of the genre and is illustrated in the important monograph Otto Eerelman, Groninger kunstenaar, 1839-1926 by Harry J. Kraaij.
#32-0833 | $168,500
ALEXANDER KOESTER, 1864-1932 | German
Ducklings and a Mother Hen
Early 20th century | Oil on canvas | Signed “A. Koester” (lower left)
Canvas: 201/4”h x 281/4”w | Frame: 27”h x 35”w
Internationally renowned for his captivating depictions of ducks, Alexander Koester brings his hallmark subject to life in this charming work. With fluid brushwork and vibrant color, he evokes the quiet serenity of rural life, rendering each bird with distinct character and stunning detail.
Painted during his prolific Klausen period, this composition reflects the height of Koester’s artistic achievement. During these years, ducks became his signature motif, earning him the affectionate nickname Enten-Koester (Ducks Koester). His singular vision and technical brilliance brought him wide acclaim, including a gold medal at the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair and commissions from European royalty.
#31-9121 | $54,500
JAMES PRADIER, (after) 1790–1852 | French
The Night
Circa 1900 | White marble on a grey marble socle On base: 781/2”h x 265/8”w x 24”d
The Allegory of Night stands among history’s great marble themes, portraying the evening as a beautiful maiden. This neoclassical masterpiece after James Pradier is rendered in luminous Carrara marble with ethereal, lifelike detail.
#32-0835 | $168,500
ÉMILE PINEDO, 1840-1916 | French Minerva and Mars
Circa 1880-1900 | Bronze relief Bears the artist’s stamp | Mars: 405/8”h x 211/2”w x 81/2”d
Minerva: 421/8”h x 221/8”w x 81/2”d
Master sculptor Émile Pinedo’s bronze reliefs of Minerva and Mars showcase the pinnacle of 19th-century French casting. Each mythological figure demonstrates the technical mastery that established Pinedo among France’s premier bronze artists.
#32-0717 | $54,500
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A dorning Ex cellence
Certified yellow diamond: 3.68 ct., Diamonds: 2.51 ctw.
This 3.68-carat fancy vivid yellow diamond represents the highest possible saturation grade among colored diamonds.
#32-0584 | Price upon request
TIFFANY & CO. FANCY VIVID YELLOW DIAMOND RING
TSAVORITE GARNET RING
GIA Certified
Tsavorite garnet: 7.02 ct., Diamonds: 1.00 ctw.
#32-0411 | $330,000
SPESSARTINE GARNET RING
GIA Certified Spessartine garnet: 20.07 ct., Diamonds: 1.71 ctw.
#32-0418 | $180,000
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TANZANITE NECKLACE
Tanzanite: 25.74 ct., Diamonds: 4.50 ctw.
#31-8259 | Price upon request
PARAIBA TOURMALINE RING BY KAT FLORENCE
Bellerophon Certified Unheated
Paraiba tourmaline: 11.54 ct., Diamonds: 3.29 ctw.
#32-0768 | $228,500
DIAMOND AND RUBY RING
GIA Certified Diamonds: 1.17 ctw., Rubies: 0.65 ctw.
#31-8583 | $18,850
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ROBERTO COIN RUBY AND DIAMOND BRACELET
Rubies: approx. 30.00 ctw., Diamonds: 3.25 ctw. 23/8”dia
#32-0674 | $54,500
PATEK PHILIPPE ART DECO WRISTWATCH
Movement manufactured 1927 Diamonds: 1.90 ctw. Case: 34mm
This platinum ladies’ wristwatch for Shreve, Crump & Low is powered by Patek Philippe’s signed Calibre 8 movement.
#32-0934 | $44,500
ROYAL BLUE THAI SAPPHIRE RING
AGL Certified Unheated Sapphire: 9.85 ct., Diamonds: 1.22 ctw.
#32-0588 | Price upon request
SAPPHIRE MESH BRACELET
C.Dunaigre Certified Sapphires: 44.60 ctw. 7” l
#32-1197 | $88,500
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INVISIBLE SET SAPPHIRE NECKLACE
Sapphires: approx. 100.00 ctw. Diamonds: approx. 4.00 ctw. 17 ” l
#3 1-7531 | Price upon request
CHOPARD GEM-SET WRISTWATCH
Circa 1980s
Diamonds: 6.00 ctw., Emeralds: 2.00 ctw.
Sapphires: 1.50 ctw., Rubies: 1.50 ctw. Case: 17mm
#32-1205 | $38,500
MULTI-COLOR SAPPHIRE BRACELET
Sapphires: 48.45 ctw., Diamonds: 3.32 ctw. 71/2” l #3 2-1355 | $68,500
PADPARADSCHA SAPPHIRE RING
GRS Certified
Padparadscha sapphire: 3.08 ct., Diamonds: 0.84 ctw.
The padparadscha is the most valuable of all fancy color sapphires and the only one with a distinct name—derived from the Sanskrit word for lotus blossom.
#32-1193 | $78,500
OSCAR HEYMAN MULTI-COLOR SAPPHIRE AND TSAVORITE GARNET EARRINGS
Sapphires: 6.44 ctw., Tsavorite garnets: 2.04 ctw., Diamonds: 1.80 ctw.
#32-1191 | $58,500
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Marvels A dmired
CHIPPENDALE-PERIOD SERPENTINE COMMODE
Circa 1770 | 323/4”h x 423/4”w x 241/4”d
This Georgian mahogany masterpiece, crafted in the style of the groundbreaking Thomas Chippendale, comes complete with its original brass hardware, lockable drawers and concealed writing compartment.
#31-5263 | $64,500
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SPECIMEN TABLE BY WILLIAM TROTTER ( Attributed )
Early 19th century | 283/4”h x 201/2”w x 161/2”d
This is among the most important Scottish specimen tables ever made. Its intricate design showcases the beauty of the rarest gemstones, agates, hardstones and jaspers. These are set within a rosewood table from Scotland’s greatest cabinetmaker, William Trotter, who furnished royal estates. This table, preserved in original “Country House” condition, is the only one of its kind.
#32-0777 | $48,850
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CHIMES OF NORMANDY MUSICAL CLOCK
Circa 1900 | 411/2”h x 191/4”w x 10”d
A masterpiece of horology and woodworking, the Chimes of Normandy clock impresses with ornate scroll-saw fretwork and a concealed musical mechanism in its stately base.
#31-8673 | $38,500
VENUS CLIPPING THE WINGS OF CUPID MANTEL CLOCK BY THOMIRE & CIE
Signed “Thomire” and “Moinet”
Circa 1820 | 161/4”h x 141/8”w x 77/8”d
An exquisite collaboration between renowned bronzier Pierre-Philippe Thomire and esteemed watchmaker Louis Moinet, this Empire gilt bronze clock depicts Venus clipping Cupid’s wings—a moment of maternal justice for a mischievous god.
#31-8649 | $24,500
Circa 1810 | 181/2”h x 12”w x 5”d
Skeleton clocks represent the ultimate test of a clockmaker’s skill, demanding flawless craftsmanship with every mechanism exposed. This exceptional example employs a rare pin-wheel escapement and knife-edge suspension, running three months between windings with remarkable precision. The technical masterpiece is crowned by a concentric calendar dial within an ornate gilt bronze frame.
#31-7065 | $48,500
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FRENCH EMPIRE GREAT WHEEL SKELETON CLOCK
FRENCH FLOOR SAFE
Marked “Breveté, Magaud de Charf, Marseille” Circa 1830
603/4”h x 351/2”w x 231/2”d
Unlocking this extraordinary safe requires three unique keys and knowledge of the hidden keyholes cleverly concealed among the hobnails. Even with the keyholes exposed and all keys in hand, an exact sequence must be followed to open the safe successfully. Partners’ safes such as this were designed so that all keyholders—often business associates—had to be present to access the safe’s contents.
#32-0780 | $124,500
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SCROLLING LOCK
18th century | On stand: 11”h x 15”w x 7”d
The open back of this lock reveals the secrets of its sophisticated mechanism in operation. Its slider engages one deadbolt, while the key operates dual deadbolts with a striker, accessible from front and reverse keyholes.
#32-1001 | $14,850
FRENCH MASTER’S LOCKS
These ornate master’s locks, or serrures de maîtrise , were used by safemakers to showcase their security systems to clients before commissioning a custom safe or vault. Examples of master’s locks are exceedingly rare, as a single model often served as the inspiration for dozens of production safes.
FIGURAL LOCK
18th century | On stand: 101/4”h x 33/8”w x 23/8”d
This advanced mechanism reveals its secret keyhole when the knightly figure is pressed. Its corrugated key fits, but opening the gate lock requires a secret sliding movement to unlock.
#32-1000 | $14,850
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CULPEPER COMPOUND MICROSCOPE
Accompanied by Culpeper’s trade card Circa 1730 | In case: 171/2”h x 73/4”dia
A groundbreaking scientific innovation, this museum-worthy microscope by Edmund Culpeper ranks among the most influential instruments of the early 18th century. Culpeper’s design revolution advanced microscopy during the age of discovery, and this is a rare complete set.
#32-0830 | $48,500
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LEITZ BRASS COMPOUND MICROSCOPE
Marked “E. Leitz Wetzlar” with the serial number 42499
Dated 1897 | On base: 221/2”h x 111/2”w x 81/2”d
Leitz is one of the most esteemed makers of precision instruments, celebrated as a world leader in microscopes and known today for their iconic Leica cameras. This compound microscope is an exceptional early example of the firm’s precise German engineering.
#32-0831 | $48,500
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CASED PERCUSSION PISTOLS BY PIRMET À PARIS
Signed “Pirmet à Paris”
Circa 1820 | In case: 31/4”h x 181/2”w x 93/4”d
Crafted by royal gunmaker François Pirmet, this exquisite pair of dueling pistols is richly adorned from pommel to barrel. Housed in its original box complete with accessories, the set is fit for royalty.
#31-3817 | $38,500
VICTORIAN JOCKEY SCALE
Late 19th century | 42”h x 37”w x 20”d
An iconic artifact of horse racing history, this jockey scale is beautifully finished with its carved oak frame, leather seat and original brass weights used to ensure jockeys met weight requirements in stones.
#32-0233 | $34,500
WWI TRENCH ART BOOK
Circa 1914-18 | Leather-bound book: 31/2”h x 141/4”w x 121/2”d
This collection of 74 rare trench art postcards by German and Austro-Hungarian WWI soldiers reveals poignant views rarely seen in history—scenes of daily life, hope and struggle on the front lines.
#32-0489 | $48,500
JADE NAPOLÉONIC TOMB SCULPTURE
Circa 1830 | 191/4”h x 151/2”w x 9”d
Skillfully carved from rich nephrite jade, this one-of-a-kind sculpture imagines Napoléon’s tomb on St. Helena. Crafted shortly after his death, it envisions the Emperor’s spectacular final resting place with Imperial eagles at the corners, a removable top revealing the Napoléon figurine and a faithful St. Helena willow. Exceptionally hard and difficult to carve, nephrite jade is rare, making the sculpture’s intricate detail all the more remarkable.
#30-4815 | $44,500
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Signed “Henry Dasson”
Dated 1885 | Each: 201/2”h x 101/2”w x 81/2”d
This exceptionally rare, now-extinct Aswan granite came from ancient Egyptian quarries that had been depleted for over a thousand years. As a result, the only available material came from fragments of damaged Egyptian artifacts. The extreme difficulty of sourcing Aswan granite made it highly prized, ensuring that only the most skilled artisans used it to create works of extraordinary quality. These mercury-gilded Aswan granite urns by master bronzier Henry Dasson exemplify this tradition of excellence.
#31-9451 | $54,500
HENRY DASSON EGYPTIAN GRANITE AND BRONZE URNS
TANG DYNASTY PAIR OF STRIDING CAMELS
Crafted 7th-10th century CE | Each: 26”h x 21”w x 9”d
Exquisitely handcrafted during the Tang dynasty, this pair of earthenware camels epitomizes the artistic brilliance of China’s golden age fueled by the Silk Road. This magnificent pair of mingqi represents the animals that powered this famed trade network.
#31-7233 | $64,500
JAPANESE CARVED MONKEY FIGURINE
Marked with the artist seal for Shoko
Crafted 1868-1912 | 5”h x 41/2”w x 4”d
A delightful Meiji-period treasure, this intricately carved wooden figurine depicts a mother monkey holding her curious baby, who peers through a magnifying glass, alongside a netsuke—an ornate button fastener—accentuated with mother-of-pearl inlays.
#32-0195 | $12,850
PRINCE’S WEDDING CHINA SET
Crafted 1996 | Dinner plate: 101/8”dia
Custom designed by Prince for his 1996 marriage to Mayte Garcia, this iconic five-piece Lenox china set centers the singer’s legendary Love Symbol intertwined with an “M” for his bride.
#32-1380 | $12,500
PILLAR VASE
Marked “Wedgwood”
Circa 1920 | 12”h x 61/2”dia
One of the earliest Fairyland Lustre motifs, this Pillar pattern vase depicts the fantastical Isle of the Genii.
#32-0189 | $18,500
WEDGWOOD FAIRYLAND LUSTRE VASES
Produced for only a short period, Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre by Daisy Makeig-Jones enchanted collectors with its magical imagery and vivid, iridescent glaze. Her designs gained immense popularity, reviving the Wedgwood brand and remaining highly sought after today.
RAINBOW VASE
Marked “Wedgwood”
Circa 1920 | 9”h x 4”dia
This rare covered vase displays the stunning Rainbow pattern inspired by the Bifröst bridge to Asgard.
#32-0947 | $9,850
VERSAILLES BY
GORHAM
Circa 1888 | Each piece bears Gorham’s mark
Chest: 421/4”h x 361/2”w x 251/2”d
This monumental 764-piece Gorham sterling silver flatware service displays the ornate Versailles pattern, created by chief designer Antoine Heller. One of the most intricate patterns ever made, each piece is uniquely decorated with Rococo and Neoclassical motifs inspired by the Palace of Versailles. The complete 18-person service is housed in its fitted chest.
This complete 764-piece service includes:
36 entrée forks
36 luncheon forks
36 fish forks
36 salad forks
36 oyster forks
36 strawberry forks
36 ice cream forks
36 tablespoons
36 bouillon spoons
36 demitasse spoons
#31-5437 | $188,500
36 orange spoons
36 dessert spoons
54 gumbo spoons
72 teaspoons
36 entrée knives
36 luncheon knives
36 fish knives
18 dessert knives
36 butter spreaders
44 assorted servers
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ROYAL GIFT FOR HENRY MORTON STANLEY
Marked Walter & John Barnard for Elkington & Co. Dated 1890 | Tray: 4”h x 123/8”w x 77/8”d
Journalist, explorer and self-made legend Sir Henry Morton Stanley carved his name into history, immortalized by the words, “Dr. Livingstone, I presume?” Celebrated for his extraordinary achievements, including finding David Livingstone, Stanley returned to England to receive a knighthood in recognition of his exploits. This Elkington silver inkwell was presented to Stanley as a royal gift from the Prince and Princess of Wales—later King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra—on the occasion of his 1890 wedding, and bears their personal inscription.
#31-7482 | $48,500
PAUL REVERE
Crafted 1791 | 7”h x 11”w x 35/8”d
The legendary silversmith and patriot Paul Revere crafted some of the finest silverworks of his era, including this teapot for Hannah Speakman Rowe in 1791. The neoclassical masterpiece bears her initials—matching those on the companion tea urn now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. #32-0749 | $225,000
THIRST EXTINGUISHER COCKTAIL SHAKER BY ASPREY & CO.
Stamped “A & Co. / Asprey London” Circa 1932 | 153/4”h x 43/4”dia
This rare Art Deco silverplate cocktail shaker by Asprey & Co. comes in the unique form of a fire extinguisher. It includes engraved vintage cocktail recipes and a built-in cigar lighter.
#31-5463 | $9,850
HESTER BATEMAN WINE EWER
Stamped for Hester Bateman
Dated 1785 | 123/4”h x 41/2”w x 71/2”d
Hester Bateman is widely regarded as the most famed female silversmith. She produced this rare Georgian silver wine ewer, whose graceful silhouette and signature beading exemplify the femininity and meticulous detail that define her work.
#32-0241 | $14,850
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TIFFANY & CO. SILVER-GILT FINGER BOWLS
Stamped “Tiffany & Co.”
Circa 1883 | Each: 23/4”h x 53/4”dia
Tiffany & Co. produced only six custom dining services before 1900. The cost of sculpting and creating unique molds was astronomical compared to preexisting designs, so such sets were reserved for the wealthiest clientele and represent the finest of all Tiffany silver. Once completed, the molds were destroyed, ensuring each set’s exclusivity. This example—an extraordinary service of eighteen bowls commissioned for Mary Jane Morgan—stands among the most magnificent American tableware ever created for one of the nation’s most iconic families.
#31-7304 | $44,500
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MOSER EWER
Marked “Ludwig Moser”
Late 19th century | 18”h x 6”dia
Ewers are among Moser’s most inventive creations. This Bohemian pitcher is extraordinary for its grand scale and its mesmerizingly beautiful decoration with hand-painted oak leaves, silvered acorns, gilding and its striking golden parrot.
#32-0637 | $22,850
ÉMILE GALLÉ GLASS VASE
Signed “Gallé”
Circa 1900 | 16”h x 6”dia
This monumental sand-polished cameo glass vase by Émile Gallé is significantly larger than most of his treasures, while remaining beautifully proportioned. A pioneer of French glassmaking, Gallé defined Art Nouveau through his innovation and artistry.
#31-6863 | $18,850
DAUM NANCY FUCHSIA VASE
Signed “Daum Nancy” with the cross of Lorraine
Circa 1900 | 171/2”h x 7”dia
This rare, large-scale Art Nouveau vase highlights Daum Nancy’s masterful acid-etching and gilded detailing with enamel-painted fuchsias over layered blue and white glass.
#32-0192 | $22,850
Signed “P. d’Avesn”
Circa 1930 | 161/2”h x 141/8”dia
Fashioned in frosted and molded white glass, this lamp’s palm leaf and spiral patterns capture the spirit of Art Deco design. Pierre d’Avesn, who began his career with René Lalique, cemented his legacy with exceptional works such as this.
#32-0089 | $24,500
ART DECO TABLE LAMP BY PIERRE D’AVESN
LOETZ FLORAL LAMP
Circa 1900 | 143/4”h x 51/4”w x 71/2”d
This floral-form lamp by the Bohemian glassmaking firm Loetz exemplifies Art Nouveau innovation. Its organic metal base and glass shade reflect the era’s harmony of art and technology.
#32-1412 | $9,850
TIFFANY STUDIOS COUNTERBALANCE DESK LAMP
Shade marked “L.C.T.” and base stamped “Tiffany Studios/New York”
Circa 1900 | 161/2”h x 7”w x 13”d
This exceptional Tiffany Studios desk lamp displays the iconic counterbalance bronze base paired with its hand-blown Favrile shade in the Damascene Wave pattern, a striking example of Louis Comfort Tiffany’s mastery.
#32-1276 | $38,500
TIFFANY STUDIOS FLEUR-DE-LIS LAMP
Shade and base stamped “Tiffany Studios” Circa 1900 | 213/4”h x 161/8”dia
This exquisite Tiffany Studios table lamp displays the rare Fleur-de-Lis leaded glass shade, highlighting Louis Comfort Tiffany’s distinctive geometric design. The vibrant shade is complete with its original patinated bronze base. #32-1173 | $58,850
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THOMAS WEBB & SONS SYRENA CAMEO VASE BY GEORGE WOODALL
Marked “Geo. Woodall / Syrena” Circa 1914 | 81/2”h x 4”dia
Crafted by the foremost artisan at the most accomplished 19th-century firm, this Thomas Webb & Sons masterpiece represents the pinnacle of cameo glass artistry. Of all glassworks of the era, cameo was the most demanding, and none perfected it like George Woodall, Webb’s leading artist. He is most renowned for his Neoclassical vases depicting young maidens, like this exceptional treasure.
#31-9572 | $88,500
