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.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Jewelry and Ceremonial Objects by Victor Reis, May 27-June 17, 1956
Sub-Series
Abstract
An exhibition of 28 pieces of jewelry and decorative art objects designed by American artist Victor Reis, sponsored by Bay Area chapters of Hadassah, an American Zionist volunteer organization. The exhibition records span two folders.
Dates:
May 27-June 17, 1956