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Born in 1840 to a privileged New York family, Isabella Stewart married Boston Brahmin Jack Gardner as she turned twenty. She was misunderstood by Boston’s insular society and suffered the death of her only child, a beloved boy, not yet two years old. But in time came friendships, glittering and bohemian; awe-inspiring world travels; and collecting beautiful things with a keen eye and competitive pace—all these were balm for loss. Henry James and John Singer Sargent—whose portrait of Isabella was a masterpiece and a scandal—came to recognize her originality. Bernard Berenson, leading connoisseur of the Italian Renaissance, was her art dealer.
From award-winning author Natalie Dykstra, Chasing Beauty is the story of the complex and singular woman behind one of the most fascinating museums in the nation and the world—a tale of beauty and loss, grit and American self-invention.
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Are you a lover of art and history? Then you don't want to miss out on "Chasing Beauty: The Life of Isabella Stewart Gardner". This captivating book takes you on a journey through the life of Isabella Stewart Gardner, the creator of one of America’s most stunning museums. With its plain exterior hiding an astonishing four-story Italian palazzo, this museum is a true gem nestled in the heart of Boston's Fens.
Step into the world of Isabella Stewart Gardner as you explore the treasures that she carefully curated in her museum. From masterwork paintings to tapestries, rare books, prints, porcelains, and fine furniture, each piece is displayed in a personal and evocative arrangement. "Chasing Beauty" offers an intimate insight into the hidden stories encoded within the objects and rooms of the museum.
Experience the life of Isabella Stewart Gardner, a woman of privilege who faced tragedy and heartbreak. From misunderstood beginnings to glittering friendships and world travels, her journey is as captivating as the art she collected. This book unravels the layers of her life, with encounters with influential figures such as Henry James, John Singer Sargent, and Bernard Berenson. Their impact on her story is as awe-inspiring as the museum she created.
Written by award-winning author Natalie Dykstra, "Chasing Beauty" is a truly remarkable tale of beauty and loss, grit and American self-invention. Dive into the world of Isabella Stewart Gardner and uncover the captivating story behind one of the most fascinating museums in the nation and the world. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enrich your understanding of art and history.
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