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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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Gothic and Renaissance Sculpture, Tapestries, and Furniture, November 20, 1930-January 7, 1931

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Abstract

An exhibition of Gothic and Renaissance tapestries, carved furniture, sculptures, and cathedral glass assembled by Director Lloyd LaPage Rollins. No exhibition materials remain for the exhibition.

Dates: November 20, 1930-January 7, 1931