The word connoisseurship has appeared in 19 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year, including on Dec. 20 in “Dick Wolf, ‘Law & Order’ Creator, Gives 200 Artworks to the Met Museum” by Zachary Small:
Max Hollein, the Met’s director and chief executive, said that he and the museum’s curators cultivated a relationship with the television producer over the last three years; however, he stayed away from giving advice on the market.
The article continues:
Hollein characterized Wolf’s donation as one of the most meaningful gifts to the museum in recent memory.
“The collection reflects Dick Wolf’s excellent connoisseurship and enduring dedication to the diverse artistic media of the periods,” he said. “Furthermore, the substantial financial contribution will provide critical support for the Met’s collection displays and scholarly pursuits.”
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