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 categories include: onscreen wardrobe and props, luxury handbags, vintage posters, rare books, trading cards, autographs, fine and decorative arts, manuscripts, photography, animation and more.
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Matt Minton, Variety, 2 Apr. 2025
Louis is a curator and patron/benefactor of painting, sculpture, and decorative arts.
—Michelle Greenwald, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Antique vintage fixtures and custom millwork cases complement the space, along with layers of decorative art and furnishings.
—Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 6 Mar. 2025
Not long ago, the Louvre unveiled its first major exhibition placing modern fashion within a broader timeline of the decorative arts.
—Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 5 Mar. 2025
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Matt Minton, Variety, 2 Apr. 2025
Louis is a curator and patron/benefactor of painting, sculpture, and decorative arts.
—Michelle Greenwald, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Antique vintage fixtures and custom millwork cases complement the space, along with layers of decorative art and furnishings.
—Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 6 Mar. 2025
Not long ago, the Louvre unveiled its first major exhibition placing modern fashion within a broader timeline of the decorative arts.
—Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 5 Mar. 2025
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“Decorative art.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decorative%20art. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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