Old Masters, New World narrates the dramatic Gilded Age pursuit by America's newly wealthy elite to acquire Europe’s greatest paintings. From salons in Paris to London auctions, financiers and industrialists vied for masterpieces by Titian, Rembrandt, and Vermeer, reshaping art collections on both continents.

This National Geographic account offers a behind-the-scenes look at financial maneuvering, rivalries, and the personal obsessions of figures like J. Pierpont Morgan, Isabella Stewart Gardner, Henry Clay Frick, and H. O. Havemeyer. Readers gain insight into how ambition and desire for cultural prestige fueled bold acquisitions.

Richly illustrated with full-color reproductions, the book appeals to art lovers and history enthusiasts eager to explore the stories behind these celebrated works and the power struggles that brought them to American museums.

Key Features:

• Profiles of iconic collectors and their tactics
• Historical context of the Gilded Age art market
• Detailed accounts of landmark purchases and rivalries
• Over 100 color illustrations of Old Master paintings

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