The Society for the History of Collecting is delighted to invite you to its forthcoming lecture by Christine Brennan on the topic : A Legacy of Art Collecting – Walter and Lucie Rosen, the Art Market, and The Metropolitan Museum of Art on Thursday 21 May 2026, 1.00pm (EDT); 6.00pm (BST); 7.00pm (CEST).
This lecture explores the art collecting activities of Walter and Lucie Rosen, situating them within the broader context of New York’s art scene. It examines their relationships with prominent art dealers and compares their acquisitions with those of contemporaneous collectors, offering insights into tastes and trends that shaped private collections of the period. Particular attention is given to the Rosen family’s connections to The Metropolitan Museum of Art, including their respective activities during World War II.
Registration for this event will close on 20 May 2026. You will receive a link to register for the Zoom on 21 May 2026.
Source: https://thesocietyforthehistoryofcollecting.wildapricot.org/event-6668536
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