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What is an example of functional art?
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One example of functional art is pottery. The term functional art refers to items produced by artisans that have a function beyond serving as decoration. Pottery fits this definition because it can be used to store items, display flowers, serve foods and more. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of pottery.
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Delphin MASSIER Majolica Three Wild Roses Flower Vase, Vallauris, Late 19th C.
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Majolica Vase Three Eglantines (Wild Roses)
by Delphin Massier, Vallauris, France
Late 19th Century
Earthenware
A stunning French Majolica vase featuring three beautifully modeled e...
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Pottery
Materials
Ceramic
Antique 19th Century Earthenware Jug, Yellow/Green Glaze, Italy, Circa 1850-1900
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic piece of pottery from Italy. Unique and rare glaze. Beautiful weathered. Chips and imperfections help authenticate this jug/ jar as it was a utilitarian type piece,
I...
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Antique 19th Century Italian Rustic Pottery
Materials
Earthenware
$382 Sale Price
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Rare Massive Antique Ironstone Mason's Ashworth Chinoiserie Meat Serving Platter
Located in New York, NY
Rare massive early antique Mason's Ashworth Ironstone Chinoiserie pattern hand painted enamel over transfer decoration meat serving footed platter with reservoir for "au jus"
19th Ce...
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Antique 19th Century English Chinese Export Pottery
Materials
Ironstone
Mid-Century Italian Modern Bitossi Ceramic Blue Horse Pottery by Aldo Londi
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large and chic horse sculpture circa 1960s Aldo Londi for Bitossi. This piece features all glazed ceramic construction in a beautiful blue / green color. Signed Italy
Category
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Rare Antique Ironstone Mason's Ashworth Chinoiserie Large Serving Platter
Located in New York, NY
Rare early antique Mason's Ashworth Ironstone Chinoiserie pattern hand enameled and transfer decorated large serving platter
19th Century
Vibrant, joyful colors of orange, mulberry, ...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Chinese Export Pottery
Materials
Ironstone
19th Century French Green Glazed Confit Pot, Hand-Thrown Terracotta
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A charming 19th century French confit pot from the southwest of France, showcasing a stunning deep green glaze characteristic of regional pottery from the late 1800s. Hand-thrown in ...
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Antique 19th Century French Pottery
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Terracotta
