Samuel Putnam Avery
1822–1904 (age 82)
Art Collector
Biography
Samuel Putnam Avery nurtured an extraordinary collection of art that helped broaden public appreciation for beauty and culture. As a connoisseur and collector he championed artists and works that might otherwise have been overlooked, ensuring they remained within reach of future generations.
Avery’s patronage and careful stewardship of art enriched the cultural fabric of his era and left a tangible heritage for posterity.