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The Gardner Heist: When Isabella’s Vision Met Modern Crime (Part One)

Discover the fascinating life of Isabella Stewart Gardner, a trailblazing art collector and socialite who left an indelible mark on Boston’s cultural landscape. This episode delves into Gardner’s journey from New York socialite to renowned art patron, her creation of the iconic Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and the shocking 1990 heist that rocked the art world. Learn how Gardner’s unconventional personality and passion for art shaped her legacy, and uncover the mysteries surrounding the largest unsolved art theft in history. Perfect for history buffs, art enthusiasts, and anyone intrigued by untold stories of influential figures. Don’t miss this captivating tale of wealth, culture, and intrigue in early 20th century America. 

Isabella Stewart Gardner
John Lowell (Jack) Gardner Jr.
Bernard Berenson in his Italian villa.
Botticelli, The Tragedy of Lucretia
Rembrandt, Storm on the Sea of Galilee
Rembrandt, Self-Portrait, damaged, not stolen.
Titian, Rape of Europa
Vermeer, the Music Lesson
Manet, Chez Tortoni
Rembrandt, A Man and Woman in Black
Flinck, Landscape with Obelisk
John Singer Sargent, Isabella Stewart Gardner
Gardner Museum, Central Courtyard