OLD COLLECTIONS - NEW ARCHITECTURE. THE ISABELLA STEWART GARDNER MUSEUM IN BOSTON

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OLD COLLECTIONS - NEW ARCHITECTURE. THE ISABELLA STEWART GARDNER MUSEUM IN BOSTON

Journal Title: Muzealnictwo - Year 2015, Vol 56, Issue

Abstract

The cycle of articles entitled ”Old Collections – New Architecture” focuses on contemporary extensions, conversions and modernisations of famous collectors’ museums that were established in the United States at the turn of the 20th century. This article presents the history of Isabella Stewart Gardner’s collection, for which she built a special, private museum on the outskirts of Boston, which was modelled on the Renaissance palaces of Venice. In 2005-2012 the New Wing was added, designed by the well-known Italian architect Renzo Piano. Although the project has been controversial from the very beginning, the final result has been received favourably, and is seen as a respectful complement to the historical Museum building, which may serve as an example for similar ventures.

Authors and Affiliations

Anna Jasińska, Artur Jasiński

Keywords

KARETY KRÓLA JANA III SOBIESKIEGO PRZYKŁADEM NIEDOWARTOŚCIOWANYCH POLSKICH ARCYDZIEŁ

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