The Frick Collection in New York ranks among the world's most prestigious art collections. It is the legacy of Henry Clay Frick (1849-1919), a powerful industrialist of the 19th century, who was regarded as one of the most discriminating collectors of his age. Frick spent only five years in his grand neoclassical townhouse, designed to serve both as a family residence and a private art gallery. The result is unique in terms of the quality of its contents and the luxurious domestic atmosphere in which they are shown. This ...
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The Frick Collection in New York ranks among the world's most prestigious art collections. It is the legacy of Henry Clay Frick (1849-1919), a powerful industrialist of the 19th century, who was regarded as one of the most discriminating collectors of his age. Frick spent only five years in his grand neoclassical townhouse, designed to serve both as a family residence and a private art gallery. The result is unique in terms of the quality of its contents and the luxurious domestic atmosphere in which they are shown. This title presents a selection of the most important works in The Frick Collection, as well as some of the remarkable interiors that house them. Each work is presented in color and accompanied by a succinct commentary. A short biography is provided on each artist, and additional information is given on elements of the architecture and decoration.
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