Speakers to build a $6500 system around

Thanks all!
Thanks Gsm18439, I will take a look at those! T-Bone, WAF is of utmost importance in this decision. I have a pair of Polk Audio LSi-15s in that room that my wife wants out of here. They're piano gloss black with cherry sides. They're kind of clashing with our dark wood furniture. They sound very good but knowing she wants them replaced, I haven't wanted to invest in good amplification for them should my new speakers have different requirements. I just use a NAD 720BEE to drive them. My plan is to step the whole rig up; speakers to fall in love with, turntable front end (Nottingham Analog Interspace, maybe), tube or solid state integrated with a remote. Seems simple right?
Based solely on print info and a breif listening encounter ten years ago, the Vandersteen 2CE sig IIw were my top consideration but, with all the comments regarding placement and room sensitivity, I was concerned that they may disappoint. "Veiled sound", as some have put it, is NOT what I'm seeking. Von Schweikert VR4jrs, I am terribly intrigued to hear. It is a privilege to receive all of your helpful suggestions. Keep 'em coming!

Regarding Energy Veritas 1.8, I will definitely keep my eyes open for these. However, you think these can play on par with VR4jr's?

Develyn50, what speakers are you listening to?

Zu Essence, I've never heard them but with 60 day return policy, I am interested!
Shadorne, you are right! I do really like my Energy's. The 4.1e's were made in Canada in the late 80's. They sound great but look like they were made in the late 80's. They are monitors on stands and have grey plastic fronts that look kind of cheap. Thus, they have been relegated to the bedroom. I haven't seen any Veritas 1.8's for sale anywhere. I do not know if this is true but, I've heard all Energy speakers are now manufactured in China. It's not a deal-breaker but, I do not consider that a plus.
I tried to find the Dunlavy scIII listing with no luck.