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
John F. Kennedy Rocking Chair
Located in New Orleans, LA
John F. Kennedy’s Rocking Chair
Oak frame with original upholstery
Made by P&P Chair Company, Asheboro, NC
Made in 1961
This extraordinary high-backed rocking chair was personal...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
H.M.S. Victory Round Box, Bowsprit Timber, Circa 1937, Naval Relic
Located in New Orleans, LA
HMS Victory Round Box
Carved circa 1937 from timber of the ship’s 1859 bowsprit
This rare round box was crafted from timber removed from the bowsprit of H.M.S. Victory, Lord Nelson’...
Category
20th Century English Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Wood
Gold and Enamel Étui with Ladies
Located in New Orleans, LA
Gold and Enamel Étui
Likely Swiss
Circa 1790
This remarkably rare étui is a superb example of the luxury objects prized in 18th-century Europe. Crafted entirely in yellow gold and r...
Category
Antique 1790s Swiss Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold, Enamel
KPM Porcelain Plaque of a Young Woman in Profile
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in New Orleans, LA
KPM Porcelain Plaque of a Young Woman in Profile
KPM (Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Berlin)
Circa 1890
This finely painted KPM porcelain plaque presents a graceful profile portrai...
Category
Antique 1890s German Rococo Revival Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Benjamin Disraeli’s Victorian Lap Desk
Located in New Orleans, LA
Benjamin Disraeli’s Victorian Lap Desk Circa 1860
This exceptional Victorian lap desk was owned by Benjamin Disraeli (1804–1881), one of Britain’s most influential statesmen and twi...
Category
Antique 1860s English Victorian Desks
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Gold and Enamel Étui with Figures
Located in New Orleans, LA
Gold and Enamel Étui
Circa 1780
The intricate figural scenes decorating this exceptional étui reflect the 18th century’s fascination with finely crafted objects of both beauty and u...
Category
Antique 1780s Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Limoges Enamel Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
Limoges Enamel Box
Gamet
Circa 1880
This remarkable Limoges enamel box exemplifies the artistry that made the French city one of Europe’s most celebrated centers of the fire arts. H...
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Decorative Boxes
Materials
Enamel
KPM Porcelain Plaque of Queen Louise of Prussia, after Gustav Richter
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in New Orleans, LA
Porcelain Plaque of Queen Louise of Prussia, after Gustav Richter
KPM (Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Berlin)
Circa 1890
This finely painted porcelain plaque presents Queen Louise ...
Category
Antique 1890s German Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Victorian Silver-Mounted Monkey Claret Jug by Richard Hodd & Son
By Richard Hodd & Son
Located in New Orleans, LA
Victorian Silver-Mounted Monkey Claret Jug
Richard Hodd & Son
Hallmarked London, 1882
Among the most whimsical and sought-after creations of Victorian silver are the extraordina...
Category
Antique 1880s English Victorian Pitchers
Materials
Sterling Silver
Ancient Egyptian Blue-Painted Vase
Located in New Orleans, LA
Ancient Egyptian Blue-Painted Vase
Amarna Period, circa 1348-1320 BCE
Egyptian pottery seldom survives at this scale with its painted decoration intact. This monumental vessel dates...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Vases
Materials
Clay
Ancient Egyptian Alabaster Vase
Located in New Orleans, LA
Ancient Egyptian Bullet-Form Alabaster Vase
Third Intermediate Period, circa 945–715 BCE
This monumental Egyptian alabaster vase is among the largest known examples of its type. It ...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Vases
Materials
Alabaster
Chimes of Normandy Musical Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
Chimes of Normandy Musical Clock
Early 20th Century
A masterpiece of horology and woodworking, the Chimes of Normandy Clock exemplifies early 20th-cent...
Category
Early 20th Century Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Oak
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