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Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum: Daring by Design

Name: Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum: Daring by Design
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Book Synopsis: An in-depth study of one of Boston’s treasured cultural landmarks, the pioneering patron behind the collection, and the Pritzker Prize–winning architect who modernized the Gardner Museum’s vision. When Isabella Stewart Gardner opened her exquisitely curated collection to the public in 1903, she could hardly have imagined the more than 250,000 visitors that now annually explore the art and furnishings housed in her historic re-creation of a Venetian palace. Tasked with the first addition to the museum since its founding, Renzo Piano Building Workshop has brought Gardner’s vision into the new millennium. In addition to sumptuous images of the courtyards, gardens, and galleries of the original stone palazzo and rarely seen journal pages and photographs, this beautifully designed volume features architectural renderings and new photographs of the 70,000-square-foot wing. Essays address Gardner’s life, including her friendships with Henry James, James McNeill Whistler, and John Singer Sargent; the museum’s interaction with Renzo Piano Building Workshop; and the new building within the firm’s distinguished museum work as a whole.

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Discover the captivating world of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum with our groundbreaking book, "Daring by Design". Immerse yourself in the rich history and visionary minds behind this iconic Boston landmark. Through the pages of this exquisite volume, explore the unparalleled art and furnishings collected by Isabella Stewart Gardner herself, and experience the awe-inspiring architectural marvels of the museum's expansion designed by the renowned Renzo Piano Building Workshop.

Uncover the secrets of this Venetian palace reimagined in the heart of Boston. With over 100 years of history, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum has become a haven for art enthusiasts from all over the world. Our "Daring by Design" book showcases stunning images of the museum's courtyards, gardens, and galleries, providing a glimpse into the opulence and elegance that awaits you within its walls.

Delve into the extraordinary life of Isabella Stewart Gardner and discover her influential friendships with literary giants like Henry James and artistic luminaries such as James McNeill Whistler and John Singer Sargent. Learn about the museum's collaboration with the visionary minds at Renzo Piano Building Workshop, and how they brought Gardner's timeless vision to life in a modern world.

"Daring by Design" also offers a behind-the-scenes look at the 70,000-square-foot wing, providing architectural renderings and new photographs that showcase the seamless blend of old and new. Be captivated by the essays that delve into Gardner's life, the museum's relationship with the esteemed Renzo Piano Building Workshop, and their outstanding contributions to the world of museum design.

Experience the magic of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum like never before with "Daring by Design". Take a journey through history, art, and architecture all captured within the pages of this beautifully designed book. Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity to bring the world-renowned Gardner Museum into your own home. Get your copy now!

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