Attributed to famed royal portraitist Franz Xavier Winterhalter, this painting of Napoleon III was commissioned by the Emperor and given to the Marquess of Londonderry, Charles Vane. M.S. Rau Antiques, New Orleans. M.S. Rau Antiques has spent the past...

Tiffany & Co. Melo Melo Pearl & Diamond Necklace. photo courtesy M.S.Rau Antiques This exquisite necklace by Tiffany & Co. showcases a rare melo melo pearl. A diamond-studded platinum chain complements the pearl's porcelain orange hue. The yellow and...

"Webb" Enamel & Diamond Bracelet. photo courtesy M.S.Rau Antiques D=3.00cts app 18K & Plat (70 x 17mm) - Price: $44,000 "David Webb" Enamel & Diamond Earrings. photo courtesy M.S.Rau Antiques D=3.50cts app 18K & Plat (26 x 23mm) - Price: $30,000 "David...

Important Venetian Blackamoor Mirror. Circa 1850 A rare 19th-century blackamoor mirror with stunning hand-carved details. The Venetian blackamoor image is thought to have talismanic purposes. Masterful hand carving in this solid wood frame distinguish...

Ivory Skull Cane This ebonized walking stick is topped by a handsome and intricately carved ivory skull. Every detail, from individual teeth to the sutures that join the top of the skull, every detail was executed with the utmost precision. A silver collar,...

Multi-Colored Diamond Necklace This incredible 18K yellow gold necklace is encrusted with 59.23 carats of colored diamonds. A rainbow of colors, from bright white and yellow to deep blue and pink, is set in this necklace. The necklace is GIA certified....