The Winter Show is pleased to present Expert Eye: A curated selection of interviews and discussions providing viewers unique access to some of the most prestigious art and antiques dealers in the world. This program will explore a variety of exceptional objects spanning 5,000 years of global cultures across the three distinct categories which make up The Winter Show: fine art, decorative art, and jewelry.
Robert Simon Fine Art - “Madonna with Nursing Child” by Barbara Longhi, 16th Century Italian Renaissance
THE VANISHED COLLECTION: A Memoir of Parisian Art Plunder
Pauline Baer de Perignon's great-grandfather Jules Strauss was an avid collector and major donor to the Louvre in the early 20th century. Paintings in his collection by Renoir, Monet, Degas, Tiepolo, and more disappeared after the Nazi's seized his elegant Parisian apartment in 1942. Join the author and Marc Masurovsky, founder of the Holocaust Art Restitution Project, for a discussion about the looting of art treasures in Nazi occupied Paris.
JP Morgan: A Collector's Legacy
John Pierpont Morgan was not only one of the most powerful figures in finance with his name atop one of the world’s leading banking and investment firms, but also a prodigious collector, whose legacy resides in his many masterworks that are now highlights of important museum and private collections. The many facets of his passion for collecting, and the story behind his Asian, ancient, and Western art acquisitions will be explored by our notable panel of scholars. MODERATOR: Charlotte Eyerman, JP Morgan Chase PANELISTS: Colin B. Bailey, The Morgan Library & Museum Steven Chait, Ralph M. Chait Galleries, Inc. Linda Roth, Wadsworth Atheneum Jean Strouse, Biographer and author
Cultural Custodians: How America's Collections Preserve and Propel
This enlightening discussion between a distinguished panel of experts from The National Trust for Historic Preservation and renowned guests delve into the profound role of historic collections in shaping our understanding of the past. In this conversation— to mark the Trust’s 75th Anniversary— we explored the intersection between fine and decorative arts and historic architecture to examine how these artifacts—whether housed in iconic landmarks or private historic homes—tell the rich, layered stories of America’s cultural heritage. Moderated by Ellen McGauley of Veranda Magazine, this discussion examined the unique power of these objects to not only preserve history but also inspire new perspectives on our shared legacy. Through compelling examples of art and artifacts at historic sites, we discovered how every piece contributes to a larger narrative, urging us to reflect on our collective responsibility as caretakers of these irreplaceable treasures. Presented in partnership with the National Trust for Historic Preservation Moderator: Ellen McGauley, Executive Director, Veranda Panelists: Brent Leggs, Executive Director of the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund Maria Nicanor, Director of Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum David Scott Parker, FAIA
Classic Meets Contemporary: The Inspiring Story Behind a Glorious Parisian Home
Designer Aline Hazarian joins Galerie editor in chief Jacqueline Terrebonne for an inspired conversation straight from the pages of the magazine’s winter issue. Hazarian, who creates her own beautiful collection of furniture and lighting, shares what inspired the marvelous mix in her 19th-century Paris apartment, which includes her own contemporary pieces and an extraordinary art collection, all within elegant, wood-paneled rooms. Presented in collaboration with Galerie.
The Art of Welcoming the World: Crafting America's Legacy
Join Ellen McGauley (Executive Editor of Veranda), Jennifer Gracie (Creative Director, Gracie), and Mark D. Sikes (Principal, Mark D. Sikes) as they delve into the pivotal roles that art and architecture play in diplomacy. Discover how the U.S. State Department's Diplomatic Reception Rooms have, for over half a century, served as a stunning stage that celebrates America's history, artistry, and enduring values.