Conference: The Camondos: A Family of Bankers, Patrons, and Collectors

Name: Conference: The Camondos: A Family of Bankers, Patrons, and Collectors
Start: 2026-12-08T13:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-12-08T15:00:00.000Z
Location: Mairie du 8e arrondissement

Discover the hidden history of a prominent banking family whose aesthetic legacy defines the soul of Parisian culture. This insightful talk explores how these passionate patrons built an extraordinary collection and traces the moving story behind one of the city's most distinguished surnames.

Mairie du 8e arrondissement (Paris 8th)

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Originally from Constantinople, the Camondo bankers arrived in Paris in 1869 and settled on Rue de Monceau. Over the years, the family became known for their commitment to philanthropy and their passion for art collections.

Art historian Alon Hermet will reflect on the history of this family and the works and assets they bequeathed to France, particularly following the death of Moïse de Camondo's son on the field of honor.

The conference will also cover the tragic fate of the Camondo family, several members of which were deported and murdered in extermination camps during the Second World War.

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Conference: The Camondos: A Family of Bankers, Patrons, and Collectors

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