museum piece

Example Sentences

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“He is not merely a museum piece, but a man,” one archaeologist told The Age in 1956.

From National Geographic • Feb. 6, 2024

The show wasn’t meant to just be a museum piece.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 23, 2023

“It’s a brand-new play — I’m approaching it that way,” says Daniel, who admits he was initially concerned the three-decade-old play would be perceived as a museum piece.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2023

It’s that split personality — Brillo box or sculpture called “Brillo Box”; sacred icon or landmark painting; investment or museum piece — that gives fArt its charge.

From New York Times • Mar. 1, 2023

He handed it to Dill, who handled it like it was a museum piece.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner