Description: (Art collector)
Isabella Stewart Gardner was a prominent American art collector, philanthropist, and patron of the arts. She established the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston to share her deep appreciation for art and culture. Gardner was known for her boundless intellectual curiosity and passion for exploration, forging connections with leading artists and writers of her era. Her unconventional charm and refined tastes made her a distinctive presence in Boston's social scene, resulting in her being affectionately nicknamed. Gardner's unique quirks, like her memorable attendance at a formal concert, left a lasting impression on those she encountered.