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decorative art (art genre)

 Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: enre including works that are primarily utilitarian in form or function, but that have aesthetic value provided by the design, decoration, or embellishment. They may include ceramics, furniture, textiles, glass, leather, metalwork, arms and armor, clocks, and jewelry, and other household or utilitarian objects. They are distinct from "fine arts," which were traditionally considered to require more extensive training and were restricted to the media of painting, sculpture, drawing, and architecture.

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Recent Ceramics by Ernestine Cannon, November 17-December 11, 1960

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Abstract

An exhibition of about 50 ceramic objects designed by Ernestine, the Italy-based ceramic business founded by American artist Ernestine Cannon. The exhibition records span five folders plus clippings and photographs.

Dates: November 17-December 11, 1960