Buying Baroque

Discover the fascinating world of Italian Baroque art with Buying Baroque by Edgar Peters Bowron. Published by Pennsylvania State University Press in 2017, this insightful hardback features 204 pages of thought-provoking essays that delve into the American collecting of Italian Baroque paintings during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

Bowron examines the significant role that art exhibitions and exhibition catalogues played in shaping the appreciation and popularity of this captivating art movement. Perfect for collectors, art enthusiasts, and historians alike, Buying Baroque offers a unique perspective on the intersection of culture and commerce in the art world. Enhance your understanding of Baroque painting and its impact on American collectors with this essential read.