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
Cupid's Fire French Empire Mantel Clock by Bergmiller
By Bergmiller
Located in New Orleans, LA
French Empire Mantel Clock
Bergmiller
Circa 1810
A radiant expression of French Empire luxury, this exceptional mantel clock by Bergmiller combines the artistry of mercury-gilt bron...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Elkington & Co. Ruby Glass Decanter
By Elkington & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Silver Gilt and Ruby Glass Decanter
Elkington & Co.
Hallmarked Birmingham, 1887
This exquisite ruby glass jug by Elkington & Co. is mounted with gilt silver in a finely deta...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pitchers
Materials
Glass
René Lalique Actinia Vase
By René Lalique
Located in New Orleans, LA
Actinia Vase
René Lalique
Circa 1934
Catching the light with its dynamic surface, the Actinia vase exemplifies René Lalique’s mastery of Art Deco glass. The undulating form is defin...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Apulian Red-Figured Column-Krater
Located in New Orleans, LA
Apulian Red-Figured Column-Krater
Patera Painter and the Amphorae Group
340–320 BCE
This Apulian red-figured column-krater dates to circa 340–320 BCE and belongs to the long traditi...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Vases
Materials
Clay
Wedgwood Crimson Jasper Jardinière
By Wedgwood
Located in New Orleans, LA
The classical elegance of Wedgwood is showcased in this rare crimson jasperware jardinière. The highly prized vivid crimson hue of the vessel is beautifully accented by white flowere...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
René Lalique Sophora Vase
By René Lalique
Located in New Orleans, LA
Sophora Vase
René Lalique
Circa 1926
This exquisite Sophora vase, also known as the Fueilles or Leaves vase, exemplifies René Lalique’s mastery of sculptural glass during the height...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Art Glass
René Lalique Perruches Bowl
By René Lalique
Located in New Orleans, LA
Perruches Bowl
René Lalique
Circa 1931
This Perruches bowl by René Lalique captures the elegance of Art Deco glass design in mint green opalescent glass. The model, created on Octob...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Tang Dynasty Earthenware Horse
Located in New Orleans, LA
Tang Dynasty Earthenware Horse
Circa 618–907 CE
This Tang dynasty earthenware horse retains traces of its original white pigment, a feature rarely preserved on sculptures of this pe...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Animal Sculptures
Materials
Earthenware
Tang Dynasty Terracotta Camel
Located in New Orleans, LA
Tang Dynasty Terracotta Camel
Circa 7th-10th century
Exceptionally rare, this Tang dynasty camel is sculpted in richly pigmented terracotta and has a commanding presence. Created as...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Ocean Waves Vase by Camille Fauré
By Camille Fauré
Located in New Orleans, LA
Ocean Waves Vase
Camille Fauré
Circa 1925
Waves of enamel in shades of blue, green and pink wash over this vase by the renowned Camille Fauré. Utilizing his signature technique, the...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Brighton Pavilion Skeleton Clock by Smiths of Clerkenwell
Located in New Orleans, LA
Brighton Pavilion Skeleton Clock
J. Smith & Sons
Circa 1890
Taking the form of the decadent Brighton Pavilion, this Victorian brass skeleton clock is a wonderful example of exce...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Mantel Clocks
Materials
Brass
Georgian Silver Creamer by Hester Bateman
By Hester Bateman
Located in New Orleans, LA
Silver Creamer
Hester Bateman
Hallmarked London, 1786
This exquisite Georgian silver creamer by Hester Bateman exemplifies the elegance that earned her the reputation as the “Queen ...
Category
Antique 18th Century English Georgian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
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