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The official weblog of M.S. Rau Antiques » M.S. Rau Blog
...of the city of Manchester as well as the family coat of arms of Henry Pottinger. A luxurious scalloped frame encompasses a gallery of pierced fretwork with floral accents while four Chinese dragons guard... Read More »
The official weblog of M.S. Rau Antiques » 2012 » September
.... The hilt, grip and scabbard mounts of this Georgian example are decorated in fine niello inlay and gold gilt. Intended to be both a fashion accessory and an essential side arm, this particular kindjal dates......workmanship in the West is extremely rare. Swords, daggers, kindjals and the myriad other forms of side arms are extremely collectible pieces. They excite the eyes as much as the imagination. Click here to learn... Read More »
Let There Be Light: Choosing the Right Antique Chandelier ~ M.S. Rau Antiques
[from Resource Library] 03/14/2011
.... Gothic designs were rendered in metal and carved wood. The Dutch introduced the curly-armed brass chandeliers around the 15 th century and variations of these designs flourished for centuries....... First, buy from a professional, or make sure you check all wiring on the fixture. Most antique chandeliers are wired on the outside of the arms... Read More »The official weblog of M.S. Rau Antiques » 2012 » May
...–with arms akimbo and sparkling eyes–lends personality to the painting and fills the canvas with a carefree, joyous air... Read More »
The official weblog of M.S. Rau Antiques » 2013 » April
.... It bears the crest of the city of Manchester as well as the family coat of arms of Henry Pottinger. A luxurious scalloped frame encompasses a gallery of pierced fretwork with floral accents while four Chinese dragons guard the handles... Read More »
