Patrick Bade
Varian Fry
Summary
Patrick Bade discusses American journalist Varian Fry (1907–1967), who rescued 2,000–4,000 people, including intellectuals and artists such as Pierre Bonnard, Kandinsky, Walter Benjamin, Mahler, and others. The lecture also touches on the Nazi crusade against modern art, the efforts of individuals like Peggy Guggenheim and Mary Jayne Gold in helping refugees escape, and how Fry’s efforts contributed to the cultural richness of the United States.
Patrick Bade
Patrick Bade is a historian, writer, and broadcaster. He studied at UCL and the Courtauld Institute of Art. He was a senior lecturer at Christie’s Education for many years and has worked for the Art Fund, Royal Opera House, National Gallery, and V&A. He has published on 19th- and early 20th-century paintings and historical vocal recordings. His latest book is Music Wars: 1937–1945.