83: The Changing Art World & the Luxe-ification of Paris with Dr. Susan Taylor Leduc

Without question, Paris and the arts go hand in hand. The density of public museums and galeries small and large make Paris one of the most enriching artistic capitals to visit. In recent years, that has expanded to include private collections in shiny, multi-million euro spaces that have the potential to change the French art world permanently. Today’s guest, Susan Taylor Leduc, is an art and garden historian, tour guide, and former arts educator who joins me to talk about some these institutions, such as the Louis Vuitton Foundation and the Pinault Collection, as well as the city’s many changes and its impact on visitors.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Susan Taylor Leduc, Picturesque Voyages

Bourse de Commerce, Pinault Collection

CBS News feature on Bourse de Commerce (featuring Susan!)

Fondation Louis Vuitton

Musée Carnavalet  

Hôtel de la Marine

La Samaritaine

Napoleon Chaumet exhibit