Speculative Landscapes

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The book explores the intersection of art and the modern real estate economy from 1820 to 1900, highlighting how painting reflects and critiques processes like speculation and gentrification. Through various case studies, Barrett argues that art and business are intertwined, both serving as imaginative endeavors. The work examines themes of land management and property transformation, illustrating how painting serves as a medium for understanding and commenting on these societal changes.