One of the most famous figures of the Gilded Age was J. Pierpont Morgan, also known as J.P. Morgan. Toward the end of his life, Morgan became obsessed with building an impressive collection. Now, his ...
The legacy of American financier John Pierpont Morgan is everywhere in New York. In addition to the pivotal and ruthless role he played on Wall Street, which included heading the firm that would ...
The bibliophiles in Christopher de Hamel’s lavishly illustrated book ensured the survival of medieval texts over centuries. By Bruce Holsinger The museum at the J. Pierpont Morgan mansion uses ...
A new exhibition sheds light on Belle da Costa Greene, who built a world-class collection for the Morgan—against all odds. Belle da Costa Greene in the West Room of J. Pierpont Morgan’s Library (ca.
In Such Times, We Need Law, Civil Discourse, and Normal Politics More Than Ever Lawfare Back When Tim Kaine Is an Ignoramus Gallipoli at 110 Belle da Costa Greene’s legacy is artistic, but she had a ...
The new show focuses on the famed Impressionist’s works on paper. Were they masterpieces? Less than? That is for visitors to ...
Is the atmosphere quiet and contemplative, or does it have more of a lively museum vibe? The Morgan Library and Museum is considerably quiet for a popular New York institution. It's typically ...