fine art
noun
1
a
: art (such as painting, sculpture, or music) concerned primarily with the creation of beautiful objects
—usually used in plural
b
: objects of fine art
2
: an activity requiring a fine skill
Examples of fine art in a Sentence
a collector of fine art
She studies painting in the department of fine arts.
We saw the sculpture at the Museum of Fine Arts.
the fine art of gourmet cooking
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Black artists developed poetry, novels, music, and fine art that challenged the dominant culture and solidified a space for Black people in American artistic production.
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Shantay Robinson, ARTnews.com, 24 Feb. 2025
It was designed in 1819 by William Jay (the architect of the Owens-Thomas House) and offers an inspiring look at Jay’s style as well as the decorative and fine arts of the time.
—Frances MacDougall, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2025
The board approved Bates’ recommendation for a total of 24 credits, with three each in math and science, four each in social studies and English, two in physical education, one in fine arts and seven in electives.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
It’s known for its equestrian activities and fine art.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 3 Feb. 2025
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Shantay Robinson, ARTnews.com, 24 Feb. 2025
It was designed in 1819 by William Jay (the architect of the Owens-Thomas House) and offers an inspiring look at Jay’s style as well as the decorative and fine arts of the time.
—Frances MacDougall, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2025
The board approved Bates’ recommendation for a total of 24 credits, with three each in math and science, four each in social studies and English, two in physical education, one in fine arts and seven in electives.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
It’s known for its equestrian activities and fine art.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 3 Feb. 2025
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“Fine art.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fine%20art. Accessed 28 Feb. 2025.
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