vertu

• Существительное, обозначающее любовь к изящным предметам искусства или вкус к ним, а также художественное качество таких предметов.

A noun referring to a love of or taste for fine objects of art, as well as the artistic quality of such objects.

uncountable

1. Love of fine artC2formalbritishart

   A love of or taste for fine objects of art, especially antiques or curios.

   Любовь к изящным искусствам

   • The collector's appreciation of vertu led him to acquire rare Renaissance pieces.
   • Her passion for vertu was evident in her carefully curated gallery.
   • He studied vertu as a connoisseur of decorative arts.

   Synonymsappreciationconnoisseurshipdiscernmenttastevirtu

2. C2formalbritishart

   The intrinsic artistic quality or merit of an object, especially in antiques or fine craftsmanship.

   Художественная ценность

   • The vase was valued for its vertu rather than its age.
   • The piece lacked vertu and was considered merely decorative.
   • Collectors prize items of exceptional vertu.

   Synonymsartistrycraftsmanshipexcellence