work of art

noun phrase

1
: a product of one of the fine arts
especially : a painting or sculpture of high artistic quality
2
: something giving high aesthetic satisfaction to the viewer or listener

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The Hermitage also awards two annual commission prizes: the $30,000 Hermitage Greenfield Prize for a new work of art and the $35,000 Hermitage Major Theater Award. Karen K. Ho, ARTnews.com, 17 Oct. 2024 This attention to detail ensures that every bottle is not just a fragrance, but an actual work of art. Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 23 Oct. 2024 Whether it's considered a work of art or something for shock value is up for debate. Alex Perry, The Enquirer, 12 Oct. 2024 The design features prints of trees and historical architecture to create a grand Victorian work of art. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for work of art 

Word History

First Known Use

1585, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of work of art was in 1585

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“Work of art.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20of%20art. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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