decorative art
noun
1
: art that is concerned primarily with the creation of useful items (such as furniture, ceramics, or textiles)
—usually used in plural
2
: objects of decorative art
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The Mobilier National preserves and repairs France’s most valuable historic furnishings and decorative arts.
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Lindsey Tramuta, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2024
Gilbert’s collection, which comprises around 1,200 decorative art and mosaics alongside silver and gold artifacts, went on display at Somerset House in London in 2000.
—Angelica Villa For Artnews, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2021
Four floors with more than 40 galleries display a broad collection with pieces ranging from ancient decorative arts to Renaissance paintings and documentary photography.
—Terri Colby, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2024
The Getty’s collection of 17th and 18th century French decorative arts is arguably America’s finest.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 21 May 2024
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Lindsey Tramuta, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2024
Gilbert’s collection, which comprises around 1,200 decorative art and mosaics alongside silver and gold artifacts, went on display at Somerset House in London in 2000.
—Angelica Villa For Artnews, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2021
Four floors with more than 40 galleries display a broad collection with pieces ranging from ancient decorative arts to Renaissance paintings and documentary photography.
—Terri Colby, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2024
The Getty’s collection of 17th and 18th century French decorative arts is arguably America’s finest.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 21 May 2024
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“Decorative art.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decorative%20art. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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