About M.S. Rau
M.S. Rau has been a world renowned landmark for over 100 years, earning the trust of discerning antique collectors worldwide. Our 25,000 square foot gallery literally overflows with remarkable collections of fine art, exquisite jewelry and exceptional 18th-and 19th-century antiques, and our highly trained staff of sales and research associates are second to none. Our primary mission is to provide our customers with an unparalleled shopping experience. Our selection is extensive so whether you are looking for a rare colored diamond, a Paul Revere sterling silver bowl or...Read More
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Featured Pieces
Duke and Duchess of Windsor's Georgian Tankard by Thomas Wallis
Located in New Orleans, LA
Duke and Duchess of Windsor Silver Tankard
Thomas Wallis
Hallmarked London, 1771
This rare Georgian silver tankard once belonged to one of the most captivating royal couples of the ...
Category
Antique 18th Century English Georgian Pitchers
Materials
Silver
Lord Frederick FitzClarence's Silver Candle Snuffers and Stand
By John Wakefield
Located in New Orleans, LA
Lord Frederick FitzClarence's Silver Candle Snuffers and Stand
John Wakefield and Thomas Robins
Hallmarked London, 1818 and 1820
This distinguished pair of George III silver candle ...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Tea Sets
Materials
Silver
The Rothschild 1897 Ascot Cup Trophy
Located in New Orleans, LA
Royal Ascot Trophy
Joshua Vander
Hallmarked London, 1887
Royal Ascot stood at the summit of British sport in 1897, a year charged with national symbolism as Queen Victoria celebrate...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Silver
Tiffany Studios Favrile and Bronze Candlestick
By Tiffany Studios
Located in New Orleans, LA
Favrile and Bronze Candlestick
Tiffany Studios
Circa 1900
Uniting golden Favrile glass and elegant bronze work, this exceptional candlestick by Tiffany Studios captures the organic ...
Category
20th Century American Candlesticks
Materials
Art Glass
French Silverplate Duck Press
Located in New Orleans, LA
Silverplate Duck Press
19th Century
Perhaps no dish better embodies the drama and refinement of haute French cuisine than canard à la presse, or pressed duck. Mastery of this prepar...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Nickel
Framed Maritime Passport signed by Napoleon Bonaparte
Located in New Orleans, LA
Framed Maritime Passport
Signed by Napoleon Bonaparte
Dated April 14, 1813
Signed documents of substantial scale by Napoleon Bonaparte are exceptionally scarce, and this maritime pa...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Paper
Maritime Passport, signed by Napoleon Bonaparte
Located in New Orleans, LA
Framed Maritime Passport
Signed by Napoleon Bonaparte
Dated April 14, 1813
Any document signed by Napoleon Bonaparte is exceptionally scarce, and this maritime passport stands among...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Paper
German Silver-Gilt and Enamel Singing Bird Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
German Silver-Gilt and Enamel Singing Bird Box
Date marked 1926
This exceptional singing bird box represents the pinnacle of mechanical and decorative artistry, uniting ingenious au...
Category
20th Century German Decorative Boxes
Materials
Enamel
18th-Century German Strongbox
Located in New Orleans, LA
German Strongbox
Circa 1750
This rare German strongbox stands as an exceptional testament to 18th-century ingenuity, uniting advanced security with refined ornamentation. Constructe...
Category
Antique 18th Century Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Wrought Iron
Tiffany Studios Ruffled Rim Floriform Glass Vase
By Tiffany Studios
Located in New Orleans, LA
Ruffled Rim Floriform Glass Vase
Tiffany Studios
Circa 1900
A beautifully hued floriform vase by Tiffany Studios, this exquisite piece exemplifies the innovative genius of Louis Com...
Category
Early 20th Century American Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Silver Gilt Tea Fountain by Odiot
By Odiot
Located in New Orleans, LA
Silver-Gilt Tea Foundation
Maison Odiot
Late 19th century
Few silversmiths in history rival the prestige of Maison Odiot, and this monumental silver-gilt tea fountain stands among t...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Tea Sets
Materials
Silver
Mother-of-Pearl and Gilded Brass Game Counters
Located in New Orleans, LA
Mother-of-Pearl and Gilded Brass Game Counters
18th Century
This exceptional set of 18th-century gaming markers from Dresden exemplifies the pinnacle of luxury and refinement in lei...
Category
Antique 18th Century Games
Materials
Brass
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