Description: (Connoisseur)
Samuel Putnam Avery was a prominent American art dealer and connoisseur known for his significant contributions to the art world. He established himself as a respected figure in the art community through his work as a dealer and his involvement in various artistic and educational associations. Avery's influence extended internationally, as he was appointed as a commissioner for the American art department of the Exposition Universelle in Paris. His dedication to the arts is exemplified by his founding of the Avery Architectural Library at Columbia University and his donation of a substantial collection of etchings and lithographs to the New York Public Library.