Béatrice Ephrussi de Rothschild
1864–1934 (age 70)
socialite, philanthropist, art collector
Biography
Béatrice Ephrussi de Rothschild was a French socialite, philanthropist, and art collector born in 1864 into one of Europe's most prominent banking families. Her passion for art and culture, combined with her considerable resources, enabled her to become a significant patron and collector during the Belle Époque and beyond.
De Rothschild's legacy extends through her generous philanthropic endeavors and her discerning eye for art, which enriched French cultural institutions. She passed away in 1934 and was interred in Père Lachaise Cemetery, where she remains honored as a notable figure in French society and cultural patronage.