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
Presentation Cigar Puncher
Located in New Orleans, LA
Presentation Cigar Puncher
Dated 1927
This remarkable commemorative presentation cigar puncher takes the form of a finely detailed miniature of a cigarette-manufacturing machine in ...
Category
Early 20th Century Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Bronze
Empire Tekmessa and Eurysakes Mantel Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
Empire Mythological Mantel Clock
Deschamps à Paris
Circa 1810
A refined expression of Neoclassical elegance, this Empire mantel clock reflects the early 19th-century fascination wit...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Mantel Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Quartz Lioness by Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof
By Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof
Located in New Orleans, LA
Carved Quartz Lioness
Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof
Late 20th Century
Standing upright with a poised yet curious expression, this carved quartz lioness captures Andreas von Zadora-Gerlo...
Category
Late 20th Century American Animal Sculptures
Materials
Quartz, Marble
Louis XVI Style Gilt Marble Vases
Located in New Orleans, LA
Louis XVI Style Gilt Marble Vases
19th Century
A celebration of neoclassical taste, this exquisite pair of garniture vases embodies the grandeur and refinement of Louis XVI's French...
Category
Antique 19th Century Louis XVI Garniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Ormolu and Champlevé Enamel Singing Bird Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
Champlevé Enameled Bronze Singing Bird Box
Circa 1880
Striking in both form and function, this champlevé enameled bronze singing bird box reflects a refined blend of decorative arti...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
Jeweled Singing Bird Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
Jeweled Singing Bird Box
Circa 1880
This exquisite enamel and jewel-mounted singing bird box is a captivating example of mechanical artistry. It reflects the height of European luxu...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Decorative Boxes
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Brass, Enamel
Carved Quartz Hippopotamus by Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof
By Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof
Located in New Orleans, LA
Carved Quartz Hippopotamus
Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof
Late 20th Century
Balanced upright with remarkable poise, this anthropomorphic hippopotamus presents Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof’s...
Category
Late 20th Century Animal Sculptures
Materials
Quartz
Van Cleef & Arpels Roulette Cigarette Case
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New Orleans, LA
Roulette Wheel Cigarette Case
Van Cleef & Arpels
Circa 1935–40
Among the most imaginative creations by Van Cleef & Arpels, this remarkable roulette wheel cigarette case tran...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Quartz Rhinoceros by Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof
By Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof
Located in New Orleans, LA
Quartz Rhinoceros
Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof
Late 20th Century
Balanced gracefully upon a single hoof in a charming pose, this anthropomorphic rhinoceros exemplifies Andreas von Zado...
Category
Late 20th Century American Animal Sculptures
Materials
Quartz
Russian Silver and Enamel Dessert Service for 12
Located in New Orleans, LA
Russian Silver and Champlevé Enamel Dessert Service for 12
Assayed Moscow, 1886
A vision of Imperial refinement, this rare Russian silver and enamel dessert service embodies the gra...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Russian Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver
Austro-Hungarian Jeweled Silver Singing Bird Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
Singing Bird Box
Hallmarked Pest, 1872–1922
This exceptional silver singing bird box unites ingenious automaton engineering with richly detailed enameling. Conceived as a luxury obj...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Silver
Tiffany Studios Fleur-de-Lis Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in New Orleans, LA
Fleur-de-Lis Lamp
Tiffany Studios
Circa 1900
This beautiful Tiffany Studios table lamp features the firm's iconic leaded glass shade in the rare Fleur-de-Lis pattern. The geometric ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
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