By Liz Bingham
Photos courtesy of M.S. Rau, New Orleans
This month, for the Art & Philanthropy issue, The VOICE’s CFO, Co-Owner and Science Columnist Steve Humphrey caught up with M.S. Rau Third Generation Owner & CEO Bill Rau to learn more about his exquisite collection and what’s in store for the future of one of Steve’s long-time favorite stores. Many of the antiques in his own home have come from M.S. Rau’s extensive and highly curated collection!
Steve: The first time I met you, I walked into your store on Royal Street and was blown away. It was like walking into an amazing museum, but with price tags on the treasures. I remember meeting your dad. I know you are third generation in the business, but what lessons or advice did your dad pass on to you?
Bill: Probably the greatest lesson my father passed on to me was to work hard, treat people with respect and always look for the best. I learned thousands and thousands of other life lessons from him, but those are what really stand out in my mind the most.