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...• Decorative marquetry of brass, pewter, and bronze are pierced into tortoiseshell and ebony veneer • Features gilt bronze feet with twisted channeling... Read More »

The official weblog of M.S. Rau Antiques » 2012 » January

...with an intricate network of Neoclassical scrolls. The silver and silver gilt frame of the charger boasts relief figures adorned with vivid enamel, pearls, rubies and emeralds....... From the exquisite carving to the intricacies of the silver gilt enameling, it would be easy to envision this elegant masterpiece in a most prestigious collection......» A Carnival Season Indulgence! January 24th, 2012 | posted by Susan Lapene George III Silver Gilt-Covered Monteith If you were to ask someone from New Orleans... Read More »

The official weblog of M.S. Rau Antiques » 2012 » September

..., an ensemble which is still worn by Cossacks today. Gold gilt kindjal dagger. Item 29-8560 The kindjal – a dagger-like weapon– was designed for close hand to hand combat with its double-edged, broad blade....... 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... Read More »

The official weblog of M.S. Rau Antiques » 2013 » February

.... Our three-piece Chinese tea set features an exceptional flora motif, with stylized bamboo handles and gilt interior on the creamer and sugar vessels... Read More »

The Allure of 19th Century Parisian Furniture ~ M.S. Rau Antiques

[from Resource Library] 03/14/2011
...." In his quest to create haute luxe furniture, François Linke enlisted the talents of sculptor Léon Messagé to give life to his stylistic vision in the form of exquisite sculptural gilt bronze mounts of the absolute highest artistic merit....... Fantastical golden figures and scrolling gilt embellishment became a hallmark of Linke's finest works. From the monumental to the diminutive, every Linke piece is a masterwork of design, form, and ornamentation....... This monumental cartonniere features superb marquetry, fine gilt bronze mounts and a figural clock. A remarkable gilt bronze embellished four piece bedroom suite by Francois Linke exhibiting the cabinetmaker’s signature style... Read More »

The official weblog of M.S. Rau Antiques » 2011 » October

...at just over five feet tall, bears the royal monograms of both the Emperor and King Louis Philippe in extraordinary hand-painted gilt. Scenes of Napoleon at battle exhibit an astounding level of precision... Read More »

The official weblog of M.S. Rau Antiques » 2013 » January

.... Dunstan possesses the wonderfully understated aesthetic so valued at this time. This 177-piece set for 12 features gilt detailing on many of the pieces, providing an added opulence to the already impressive service. Tiffany & Co... Read More »

Glossary of Antiques Terms - Antiques Glossary ~ M.S. Rau Antiques

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.... Kindjal Dagger A Russian dagger used as both a side arm and fashion accessory, often decorated with niello inlay, gold gilt, silver, ivory or cloisonné... Read More »

Glossary of Antiques Terms - Antiques Glossary ~ M.S. Rau Antiques

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.... Used as a decorative inlay in furniture and objets d'art. mount An ornamental attachment typically of gilt-bronze on high-quality porcelain.... Read More »

Glossary of Antiques Terms - Antiques Glossary ~ M.S. Rau Antiques

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.... Case furniture Furniture which provides storage space. cassolette A vase, usually gilt-bronze, with a pierced lid for burning perfume pastilles made in France from the 17th century on... Read More »

The History of the Mirror ~ M.S. Rau Antiques

[from Resource Library] 03/30/2010
.... The bold Neoclassical elements of the exquisitely carved gilt double frame are flawlessly matched by the intricate Venetian-inspired hand etching that adorns the mirrored panels surrounding the beveled center......specimen of 19th-century French design. Related Items Go to » William & Mary Marquetry Mirror Go to » Tortoiseshell & Parcel-gilt Overmantel Mirror Go......Necklace Go to » Exceptional George II Gilt Gesso Mirror Go to » Early Georgian Giltwood Mirror Go to » Napoleon III Giltwood Mirror Go to » Napoleon III Giltwood Mirror... Read More »

The History of the Mirror ~ M.S. Rau Antiques

[from Resource Library] 03/30/2010
.... The bold Neoclassical elements of the exquisitely carved gilt double frame are flawlessly matched by the intricate Venetian-inspired hand etching that adorns the mirrored panels surrounding the beveled center......specimen of 19th-century French design. Related Items Go to » William & Mary Marquetry Mirror Go to » Tortoiseshell & Parcel-gilt Overmantel Mirror Go......Necklace Go to » Exceptional George II Gilt Gesso Mirror Go to » Early Georgian Giltwood Mirror Go to » Napoleon III Giltwood Mirror Go to » Napoleon III Giltwood Mirror... Read More »

Antique Sevres Porcelain...A Royal Obsession ~ M.S. Rau Antiques

[from Resource Library] 04/24/2009
...(named rose Pompadour, after the King's mistress), apple green, turquoise and mulberry, all accented in flawless hand painted gilt and enamels....... The first hard paste wares were typically gilt on a white ground, due the fact that their soft paste colors wouldn't adhere to the hard surfaces... Read More »