commissioned art
[kəˈmɪʃənd ɑːrt]
nounpl: commissioned artworks
arte encomendada
1. Artwork created by an artist at the request and expense of a client, typically with specific requirements, subject matter, or style agreed upon beforehand
The museum hired a famous sculptor to create commissioned art for the new building's entrance.
O museu contratou um escultor famoso para criar arte encomendada para a entrada do novo edifício.
2. A work of art produced under contract, where the artist is paid in advance or upon completion based on predetermined specifications
The portrait was commissioned art, painted exactly to the client's specifications.
O retrato era uma arte encomendada, pintada exatamente conforme as especificações do cliente.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, commissioned art has a long historical tradition, particularly in portraiture and public monuments. In Brazil, commissioned art is common for government buildings, corporate headquarters, and private collections. The concept reflects the relationship between artist and patron, which has been fundamental to art history since the Renaissance. Contemporary commissioned art includes murals, installations, and digital works.
NYC Slang
custom piece; bespoke work
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