decorative art
noun
1
: art that is concerned primarily with the creation of useful items (such as furniture, ceramics, or textiles)
—usually used in plural
2
: objects of decorative art
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Berry will work closely alongside Martina Mondadori, editor in chief and founder of Cabana Magazine, on brand development, editorial strategy and partnerships for Cabana’s distinct voice in the travel, interiors and decorative arts space.
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Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 1 Aug. 2025
Poiret added Rosine, a fragrance business and Martine, a decorative arts workshop and school, to his empire.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 7 July 2025
These pieces embody the Van Cleef & Arpels style illustrate the evolution of jewelry making and its role in the decorative arts of the 20th century.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
Then there’s Bittner Antiques of Shelburne, Vt., which specializes in a range of antiques, vintage, and old objects, which include watches, jewelry, silver, fine art, books and ephemera, photography, military, furniture, collectibles, coins and currency, Americana, and decorative art.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
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Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 1 Aug. 2025
Poiret added Rosine, a fragrance business and Martine, a decorative arts workshop and school, to his empire.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 7 July 2025
These pieces embody the Van Cleef & Arpels style illustrate the evolution of jewelry making and its role in the decorative arts of the 20th century.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
Then there’s Bittner Antiques of Shelburne, Vt., which specializes in a range of antiques, vintage, and old objects, which include watches, jewelry, silver, fine art, books and ephemera, photography, military, furniture, collectibles, coins and currency, Americana, and decorative art.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
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“Decorative art.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decorative%20art. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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