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Contemporary Functional Vessel, "Marilyn Cup"
Located in San Diego, CA
observations that often reflect the contemporary human condition or just illustrates my life and experiences
Category
2010s Pop Art More Art
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Functional Vessel, "Popeye Cup II"
Located in San Diego, CA
observations that often reflect the contemporary human condition or just illustrates my life and experiences
Category
2010s Pop Art More Art
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Functional Vessel, "Big Hippo Drinking Cup"
Located in San Diego, CA
observations that often reflect the contemporary human condition or just illustrates my life and experiences
Category
2010s Contemporary More Art
Materials
Ceramic
"Look Mommy" Contemporary Pastel Abstract Functional Motorcycle Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Contemporary pastel abstract painted motorcycle kiddie ride by New Jersey based artist Russ Rubin
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
House Paint, Acrylic, Found Objects
H 38 in W 22.5 in D 50 in
Eclectic Perspex Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ø 36 cm.
Would fit well in a contemporary functional art inspired interior
Check out our Goldwood
Category
20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Plastic, Acrylic
Contemporary Wall Lamp 'Lighting Options' by Thomas Ballouhey, 2020
By Thomas Ballouhey
Located in Antwerp, BE
various paint.
'Lighting options' is a contemporary functional art object created by Thomas Ballouhey
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Plywood, Wood
Functional Series, Ceramic Baseball Bat: ‘Kanabo’
By Kenjiro Kitade
Located in New York, NY
2005, and later showing at the highly selective SOFA show (Sculpture Objects and Functional Art) in
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Glaze
Contemporary Wall Mirror 'Karaba Airways' by Thomas Ballouhey x Leo Luccioni
By Thomas Ballouhey
Located in Antwerp, BE
, France, 2020.
Karaba Airways is a contemporary functional art object created by Thomas Ballouhey and Leo
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Wood, Plywood
H 33.47 in W 59.06 in D 4.73 in
Ceramic Chain: Functional Series: ' More Than Enough'
By Kenjiro Kitade
Located in New York, NY
2005, and later showing at the highly selective SOFA show (Sculpture Objects and Functional Art) in
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Slip
Cloud Moon Jar, Sam Chung, 2025, Porcelain, Overglaze Paint, Vessel, Functional
By Sam Chung
Located in St. Louis, MO
Sam Chung lives and works in Tempe, AZ. He is a ceramic artist and Professor of Art at Arizona
Category
2010s Contemporary Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain, Paint
The Great Bear by Eric Valat - Functional sculpture (armchair), polyester
By Eric Valat
Located in Paris, FR
The Great Bear is a polyester sculpture by contemporary artist Eric Valat, dimensions are 160 cm
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Polyester
H 63 in W 37.41 in D 35.44 in
Small Bear Armchair by Eric Valat - Functional sculpture, polyester, wild animal
By Eric Valat
Located in Paris, FR
Small Bear Armchair is a polyester sculpture by contemporary artist Eric Valat, dimensions are 130
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Polyester
H 51.19 in W 31.5 in D 35.44 in
Contemporary Crystal Coffee Table – A Bold Fusion of Art and Functionality
By DAINTE INC
Located in Monroe, NY
that brings unmatched elegance to your home or office.
Functional Art: Beyond its bold design, this
Category
2010s American Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Crystal, Brass
H 16.5 in W 23.6 in D 45 in
Modern Wool Persian Map Rug, "San Francisco" by Orley Shabahang, 10' x 14'
By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
contemporary functional art for your floor, this piece creates a bold statement in any space. Beautiful lines
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Eduard Locota Functional Art Mirror with Augmented Reality
By Eduard Locota
Located in Timisoara, RO
Locota.
An innovative collection in which classical sculpture, contemporary design elements and augmented
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Balkan Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Ceramic, Fiberglass, Acrylic, Mirror
Modern "Rome" Persian Carpet, Hand-Knotted, White and Black Wool, 12' x 18'
By Orley Shabahang, Bahram Shabahang
Located in New York, NY
into contemporary functional art for your floor, the "Rome" area rug creates a bold statement in any
Category
2010s Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
3 Door Mid-Century Inspired Weave Credenza with Modern Triptych Woven Art Doors
By Tréology
Located in Papanui, Christchurch
, Te Atiawa, Te Arawa. The result is a contemporary functional art credenza that celebrates Aotearoa
Category
2010s New Zealand Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Metal
H 26.38 in W 110.25 in D 19.69 in
The Night of Counting Stars
By Yoonjee Kwak
Located in Kansas City, MO
magazine.
Ceramics, functional ceramics, contemporary art, contemporary ceramics, sculpture, abstract
Category
2010s Contemporary More Art
Materials
Gold
Bottomless Pit II
By Yoonjee Kwak
Located in Kansas City, MO
, contemporary art, contemporary ceramics, sculpture, abstract ceramics, geometric, abstract geometric, gold, cup
Category
2010s Contemporary More Art
Materials
Gold
Petite Moon-jar
By Yoonjee Kwak
Located in Kansas City, MO
, contemporary art, contemporary ceramics, sculpture, abstract ceramics, geometric, abstract geometric, gold, cup
Category
2010s Contemporary More Art
Materials
Gold
Bottomless Pit I
By Yoonjee Kwak
Located in Kansas City, MO
Emerging Artist in Ceramics Monthly magazine.
Ceramics, functional ceramics, contemporary art
Category
2010s Contemporary More Art
Materials
Gold
Customizable Hand Tufted Rug, after Paul Klee, striking blue and black, Lim. Ed.
By (after) Paul Klee
Located in Munich, DE
brings Klee’s bold vision to life in a contemporary, functional art form. With only 100 pieces ever to be
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Bauhaus Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
W 98.43 in L 90.56 in
'Abstract in Chestnut and Blue', Florence, Accademia delle Arti, Oil Triptych
By Gregory Deane
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
to be recognized as functional art, contemporary design created the setting for large format
Category
1930s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 14 in W 30.75 in D 0.75 in
Art Deco cosmetic box, acrylic glass, mint green
Located in Hamburg, DE
.
With its unique blend of vintage allure and contemporary functionality, our Art Deco Cosmetic Box is
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Acrylic
Contemporary Sculptural Yellow Glass French Concave Mirror
Located in Ibiza, Spain
a beautiful and functional piece of contemporary art.
Every item LA Studio offers is checked by our
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Wall Mirrors
Materials
Bronze
Contemporary Shelve Unit by Johan Viladrich, Collectible Design, 2020, Rotterdam
By Johan Viladrich
Located in Antwerp, BE
Collectible design; Contemporary; Johan Viladrich; Functional Art; Polyethylene; Sabine Marcelis
Category
2010s French Modern Shelves
Materials
Plastic
H 47.25 in W 67.33 in D 13 in
'Echo Stool Teeth' Contemporary Wooden Chair, Schimmel & Schweikle, 2020
By Janne Schimmel
Located in Antwerp, BE
Echo stool (Teeth)
Contemporary art; Functional art; 2020;
Wood, wood filament, resin, acrylic
Category
2010s Dutch Other Stools
Materials
Acrylic, Foam, Wood
H 17.33 in W 19.3 in D 12.6 in
Large Multicolor Graffiti Art Tagged Wood Urban Bench
Located in East Quogue, NY
piece for any design enthusiast!
Wood bench, graffiti bench, contemporary art, functional art
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
The Emerald's Eye, Indoor / Outdoor Hanging Light Sculpture by Studio Lloyd
Located in New York, NY
Lloyd’s Light Sculptures are contemporary functional pieces of art custom designed to the owners design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rope
The Twin Indoor / Outdoor Bohemian Hanging Light Sculpture by Studio Lloyd
Located in New York, NY
Lloyd’s Light Sculptures are contemporary functional pieces of art custom designed to the owners design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rope
Twin, Indoor / Outdoor Bohemian Hanging Light Sculpture by Studio Lloyd
Located in New York, NY
Lloyd’s Light Sculptures are contemporary functional pieces of art custom designed to the owners design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rope
Emerald's Eye, Indoor / Outdoor Hanging Light Sculpture Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Lloyd’s Light Sculptures are contemporary functional pieces of art custom designed to the owners design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rope
Indoor / Outdoor Molecular Hanging Light Sculpture Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Lloyd’s Light Sculptures are contemporary functional pieces of art custom designed to the owners design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rope, Fabric, Wood
Amoeba Bohemian Indoor / Outdoor Light Sculpture Chandelier by Studio Lloyd
Located in New York, NY
Lloyd’s light sculptures are contemporary functional pieces of art custom designed to the owners design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rope
Amoeba Bohemian Indoor / Outdoor Light Sculpture Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Lloyd’s Light Sculptures are contemporary functional pieces of art custom designed to the owners design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rope
Amoeba Bohemian Indoor / Outdoor Light Sculpture Chandelier by Studio Lloyd
Located in New York, NY
Lloyd’s Light Sculptures are contemporary functional pieces of art custom designed to the owners design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rope
Twin, Indoor / Outdoor Hanging Light Sculpture Chandelier by Studio Lloyd
Located in New York, NY
Lloyd’s Light Sculptures are contemporary functional pieces of art custom designed to the owners design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rope
Indoor / Outdoor Bohemian Molecular Hanging Light Sculpture by Studio Lloyd
Located in New York, NY
Lloyd’s Light Sculptures are contemporary functional pieces of art custom designed to the owners design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rope
Emerald's Eye, Custom Hanging Light Sculpture Chandelier by Studio Lloyd
Located in New York, NY
Lloyd’s Light Sculptures are contemporary functional pieces of art custom designed to the owners design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rope
Indoor / Outdoor Molecular Hanging Light Sculpture Chandelier by Studio Lloyd
Located in New York, NY
Lloyd’s Light Sculptures are contemporary functional pieces of art custom designed to the owners design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rope
Baciata dal Mare Sculptural Lamp
By Creazioni di Andrea Serra
Located in Milan, IT
This unique illuminated sculpture by artisan Andrea Serra is both a piece of contemporary art and a
Category
2010s Italian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Multi-gemstone
Lumiere Rectangular Mirror - Forged Gold-Plated Hammered Brass - Boca do Lobo
Located in Rio Tinto, PT
the contemporary dualities of art and functionality.
Category
2010s Portuguese Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal, Gold Plate, Brass, Stainless Steel, Iron
H 104.3 in W 63 in D 43.3 in
Tempus - Emperor : Illuminating Watch
By Ben Rousseau
Located in Timisoara, RO
Functional Art, Drawing Inspiration From The Timeless Elegance Of Emperor Marble. This Kinetic Piece Features
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Brass
Striking Signed Hand-Painted Sculptural Ceramic Jar with Lid
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This stunning handcrafted ceramic jar is a masterful fusion of contemporary art and functional
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Jars
Materials
Ceramic
Lumiere Console - - Forged Gold-Plated Hammered Brass & Mirror - Boca do Lobo
Located in Rio Tinto, PT
contemporary dualities of art and functionality. A sculptural set composed by a large wall mirror, golden lamp
Category
2010s Portuguese Console Tables
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass, Stainless Steel
H 59 in W 98.4 in D 29.5 in
Bronze Sculptural Table Lamp. One of a kind
By RinDesign
Located in London, GB
functional art work and an unusual design, 'Majestic' table lamp is entirely hand crafted, moulded and cast
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Lumiere Round Mirror - Forged Gold-Plated Hammered Brass - Boca do Lobo
Located in Rio Tinto, PT
exemplifies the contemporary dualities of art and functionality. The large round wall lamp sculpture is made
Category
2010s Portuguese Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal, Gold Plate, Brass, Stainless Steel, Iron
H 86.6 in W 78.7 in D 43.3 in
1966, Elephant Chair by Bernard Rancillac Yellow with Black Base Limited Edition
By Bernard Rancillac
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
/100. It embodies a captivating fusion of contemporary art and functional design. It is inspired by the
Category
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 41.74 in W 55.12 in D 49.22 in
Face to Face Colorful Urban Handpainted Wood Lacquer Chair by Roham Shamekh
By Roham Shamekh
Located in New York, NY
, this artful chair embodies a high blend of contemporary art and functional design. Its minimalist
Category
2010s Chairs
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
H 43.5 in W 17.5 in D 21.5 in
Anja Notini's Bowl: A Celebration of Ceramic Artistry, Studio Made, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
contemporary ceramics as both functional art and collectible items.
Category
1990s Swedish Organic Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stoneware
Jonathan Trayte, "Moloko", 2018, Whitechapel, Collectible Design
By Jonathan Trayte
Located in Antwerp, BE
Functional Art; Contemporary Art; Jonathan Trayte; Moloko; 2018; Collectible design;
Functional
Category
2010s English Hollywood Regency Chairs
Materials
Steel
Gae Aulenti Oracolo Floor Lamp in Metal and Blow Glass by Artemide 1970 Italy
By Artemide, Gae Aulenti
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
; from an industrial train station into a contemporary and functional art museum with a unique
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
24k Gold Arbor 4 Piece-Set of Candlesticks by Studio Palatin
Located in Geneve, CH
design, combining art with functionality.
Category
2010s Austrian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Gold, Bronze
Dark Patina Arbor 4 Piece-Set of Candlesticks by Studio Palatin
Located in Geneve, CH
18th century in contemporary design, combining art with functionality.
Category
2010s Austrian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Midi Surculus Table Lamp by Studio Palatin
Located in Geneve, CH
the 17th and 18th century in contemporary design, combining art with functionality.
Category
2010s Austrian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Charta Aura Table Lamp by Studio Palatin
Located in Geneve, CH
18th century in contemporary design, combining art with functionality.
Category
2010s Austrian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Gold, Bronze
Charta Nera Table Lamp by Studio Palatin
Located in Geneve, CH
18th century in contemporary design, combining art with functionality.
Category
2010s Austrian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Gold, Bronze
Mini Surculus Table Lamp by Studio Palatin
Located in Geneve, CH
craftsmanship of the 17th and 18th century in contemporary design, combining art with functionality.
Category
2010s Austrian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Large Surculus Table Lamp by Studio Palatin
Located in Geneve, CH
, combining art with functionality.
Category
2010s Austrian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Gae Aulenti White Pipistrello Table or Floor Lamp by Martinelli Luce 1965
By Gae Aulenti, Martinelli Luce
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
station into a contemporary and functional art museum with a unique personality within the Parisian museum
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Iron
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Questions About Contemporary Functional Art
- What are the functions of art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024There are a few potential functions of art, and the specific function of a particular piece depends on its subject matter and medium. In some cases, art tells a story from history, everyday life, mythology or religion. Other times, its purpose is to inspire people to think about or feel something about the message that it conveys. For some artists, the function of art is to express religious devotion or to memorialize the image of someone who is notable. Art also enhances the visual appeal of the spaces where it is displayed. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of fine art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024One 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between fine and functional art is its purpose. Functional art usually has a practical use. Ceramics, textiles and industrial design are examples of functional art. On the other hand, fine art typically exists to tell a story, convey a message or express an idea. Examples of fine art include paintings, prints and sculptures. Shop a wide variety of fine and functional art on 1stDibs.
- What is contemporary art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Contemporary art denotes work created by 21st-century artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024In contemporary art, conceptual art is a movement that began in the 1960s. Artists producing conceptual art assign more importance to the idea behind the art than to the piece itself. An example is Joseph Kosuth’s One and Three Chairs, a piece consisting of a real chair, a photograph of a chair and the dictionary definition of the word chair. When the work was displayed, Kosuth included instructions for any chair to be photographed and then displayed beside its image. In this way, the chair itself is not the artwork. Rather, the art comes from examining the way the object, image and words provide competing and complementary definitions of what a chair is. Find a large selection of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024The meaning of contemporary art is art produced by living artists. The category typically includes works created in the late 20th century as well as in the 21st century. Given its timeliness, contemporary art often responds to current issues and themes that are relevant to an everyday audience. Contemporary art succeeded modern art, which is art made during a period that began in approximately 1850. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of contemporary art.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Contemporary art encompasses painting, sculpture, photography, installation, performance and video art, among other genres.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Contemporary art is important because of how it responds to the current moment. Contemporary art generally describes pieces created after 1970 or being made by living artists anywhere in the world. Through their works, contemporary artists provide commentary about social issues, history and the human condition. By engaging with contemporary art, viewers can gain a deeper understanding of the world and new perspectives. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of contemporary art.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Contemporary art has no defining feature or characteristic.The term simply refers to recent creations.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024The difference between modern art and contemporary art comes down to age. Contemporary art refers to art produced by artists who are still alive or were active during the 1960s and later. Modern art is the term for artworks made between 1850 or 1860 and 1960. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of modern and contemporary art.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The term contemporary is applied to art by 21st-century artists; modern art refers to works created from the1880s and through the 1960s.