EPISODE · May 21, 2026 · 14 MIN
The Duchess Who Stole Christmas (And Launched Modern Art)
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In 1905, a scandalous American heiress shocked Parisian society by buying what critics called 'hideous' paintings by unknown artists named Picasso and Matisse. Gertrude Stein's radical collecting didn't just change her Saturday salons—it literally created the market for modern art while pissing off everyone with taste. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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In 1905, a scandalous American heiress shocked Parisian society by buying what critics called 'hideous' paintings by unknown artists named Picasso and Matisse. Gertrude Stein's radical collecting didn't just change her Saturday salons—it literally created the market for modern art while pissing off everyone with taste.
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