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decorative art (art genre)

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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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Aquarelles, Chrysos-Carvings, and Sculptures by Karoly Fulop, October 15-November 15, 1930

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Abstract

An exhibition of 32 works of art by Hungarian artist Karoly Fulop, including aquarelles, chrysos-carving adapted from the 14th century gesso technique, and sculptures. The exhibition records span one folder plus a few copies of the exhibition catalog.

Dates: October 15-November 15, 1930