Lord Jacob Rothschild: one of Britain’s leading financiers and philanthropists of the arts - obituary
by Joe Middleton
Feb 26, 2024
4 minutes
There was probably no greater financier in the last half century. Known simply as Jacob by every player in the City of London, the death of Lord (Jacob) Rothschild marks the end of a legendary era of deals and the passing of a consummate deal-maker.
He was also one of the most prominent philanthropists and champions of the arts, chairing the National Gallery and ensuring its growth and preservation. The British Museum even has his name carved in stone on a frieze in gratitude for him bringing money and connections to enhance it.
The British before later co-founding St James’s Place in 1980, which became a FTSE 100 company and one of the biggest wealth managers in Britain.
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