utilitarian art
[ju-ˌti-lə-ˈter-ē-ən ärt]
nounpl: utilitarian arts
arte utilitária
1. Art created with a practical purpose or function, prioritizing usefulness over aesthetic value alone
Utilitarian art includes pottery, furniture design, and functional ceramics that serve everyday needs.
A arte utilitária inclui cerâmica, design de móveis e cerâmicas funcionais que servem às necessidades do dia a dia.
2. Artistic works designed to be both beautiful and practical, combining form with function
The Arts and Crafts movement embraced utilitarian art as a reaction against industrial mass production.
O movimento Arts and Crafts abraçou a arte utilitária como uma reação contra a produção em massa industrial.
Utilitarian art gained prominence during the Arts and Crafts movement in the late 19th century as a philosophical stance against industrialization. In Brazil and Portugal, this concept is particularly valued in traditional crafts, ceramics, and regional artisanal production. The term represents a democratic approach to art, making it accessible and practical rather than exclusive to galleries and museums.
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