Susan Lapene
A 25-year sales veteran, Susan Lapene is head of the Fine Jewelry Department here at M.S. Rau Antiques. A proud, native New Orleanian, Susan was educated at the University of New Orleans in Fine Arts and attended the Gemological Institute of America, or GIA, where she received her certification in Diamonds, Diamond Grading, Colored Stones and Jewelry Essentials. Susan has spent over 10 years in sales in the jewelry industry, and our customers have come to rely on her expertise and uncanny eye for beauty since she joined the M.S. Rau family in 2005.
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* Egyptian Art Deco Chandelier*
* Art Deco Diamond and Rock Crystal Brooch*
I just returned from the Art Deco World Congress 2013 held in Habana, Cuba and have been thoroughly inspired to present my very favorite Art Deco pieces to you. I want to share a range of items that came out of this movement, because the way it…
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This is not the first time Renoir's adopted daughter had her portrait painted.
It's November in 1904 and the young Jeanne, Mrs. Paul Valery, now 27 years old, receives a note from Pierre-Auguste Renoir. "Would you care to come * starting Tuesday morning, if there's not too much fog?" A gentle request from one of the best…
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* Little Red Riding Hood by Joseph Gott*As winter approaches, I can’t help but to think about being bundled up and reading a great classic. In reflecting on childhood classics, I felt compelled to share with you an exquisitely crafted sculpture that is inspired by the well-known tale Little Red Riding Hood. This 19th century…
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