# Albert Scaglione
> Albert Scaglione is an American art dealer, philanthropist, and the founder of Park West Gallery, which is recognized as the world's largest privately owned art gallery. Formerly a mechanical engineer for NASA, Scaglione pivoted to the art world in 1969, developing a high-volume business model focused on cruise ship auctions and accessible fine art.
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