work of art
noun phrase
1
: a product of one of the fine arts
especially
: a painting or sculpture of high artistic quality
2
: something giving high aesthetic satisfaction to the viewer or listener
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The designer wanted the fragrance to be a work of art.
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Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Even the stage curtain, graced with Brigadoon’s floral insignia, is a work of art.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
There are both national and individual narratives for an ancient object or work of art.
—Literary Hub, 19 May 2026
Each bed is made entirely by hand by a single artisan and signed upon completion like a work of art—much like a suit on the Row.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 18 May 2026
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Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Even the stage curtain, graced with Brigadoon’s floral insignia, is a work of art.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
There are both national and individual narratives for an ancient object or work of art.
—Literary Hub, 19 May 2026
Each bed is made entirely by hand by a single artisan and signed upon completion like a work of art—much like a suit on the Row.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 18 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for work of art
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“Work of art.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20of%20art. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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