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Functional Art - Vintage Photograph - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Functional Art - American Vintage Photograph is an original black and white photograph realized in
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
H 7.88 in W 9.85 in D 0.08 in
Functional Art - Vintage Photograph - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Functional Art - American Vintage Photograph is an original black and white photograph realized in
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
H 9.85 in W 7.88 in D 0.08 in
Functional Art- American Vintage Photograph - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Functional Art- American Vintage Photograph is an original black and white photograph realized in
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper
H 7.88 in W 9.85 in D 0.04 in
Hand Made Sculptural Glazed Ceramic Hand Jewelry Display Functional Art
Located in Miami, FL
functional art ceramic hand that is signed and dated by Rexx Fischer. The hand is both a functional and a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Hand Made Sculptural Glazed Ceramic Hand Jewelry Display Functional Art
Located in Miami, FL
functional art ceramic hand that is signed and dated by Rexx Fischer. The hand is both a functional and a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
H 14.75 in W 6.75 in D 6.75 in
Functional Art Sideboard 21, Sereno by NONO, Sculptural Beauty
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Functional Art Sideboard 21, Sereno by NONO, Sculptural Beauty
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Sereno Collection
Design by Joel
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Oak, Hardwood, Wood
Sophisticated Look Sideboard 3, Sereno Collection, Functional Art Sculpture
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Sophisticated Look Sideboard 3, Sereno Collection, Functional Art Sculpture
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Sereno Collection
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
H 29.93 in W 78.75 in D 15.75 in
Joel Escalona Desk 12 Sleek, Functional Art Piece, Organic
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Joel Escalona Desk 12 Sleek, Functional Art Piece, Organic
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Introduction: Crafting Elegance with
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Elefante by NONO Desk 04, Oak Precision, Functional Art
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Elefante by NONO Desk 04, Oak Precision, Functional Art
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Elefante Collection
Category
2010s Mexican Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Modern Functional Art Fiberglass & Iron Bench from Costantini, Lingua, in Stock
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
Lingua, a Modern Functional Art Collectible Fiberglass Iron Bench from Costantini
This playful
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Benches
Materials
Iron
H 18 in W 18 in D 60 in
Eduard Locota Functional Art Mirror with Augmented Reality
By Eduard Locota
Located in Timisoara, RO
Past, Present and Future are intertwined in a single expression that bears the signature of Eduard Locota.
An innovative collection in which classical sculpture, contemporary design ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Balkan Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Ceramic, Fiberglass, Acrylic, Mirror
Unseen Force #52: Solid Oak Table, Joel Escalona's Functional Art
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Unseen Force #52: Solid Oak Table, Joel Escalona's Functional Art
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This monolithic sculpture
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Unseen Force #52: Solid Oak Table, Joel Escalona's Functional Art
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Unseen Force #52: Solid Oak Table, Joel Escalona's Functional Art
Sculptural coffee table made of
Category
2010s Mexican Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Hardwood
1st Edition Oflow Bottle Opener—Limited to 50—Functional Art by Mattice Boets
By Mattice Boets Studio
Located in Heusden-Zolder, BE
innovative, premium, and sophisticated design elevates functional design to an art form. Skillfully crafted
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Barware
Materials
Aluminum
H 0.95 in W 1.66 in D 5.6 in
Etretat Side Table / Stool by Eduard Locota, Functional Art
By Eduard Locota
Located in Timisoara, RO
audience how unique this piece of art is and how it differs from all other works not only in subject or
Category
2010s Balkan Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Composition
Frieze, Coffee Table, Functional Art Sculpture by Eduard Locota
By Eduard Locota
Located in Timisoara, RO
From extremely detailed 3D scans of the most important classical sculptures of all times, Eduard Locota has digitally sliced and extracted the essential portion of the artwork, then ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Balkan Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Acrylic, Fiberglass
Sculptural Stone and Iron Functional Art Bench by William Stuart for Costantini
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind functional art sculptural bench from volcanic rock and iron by William Stuart by and
Category
2010s Argentine Benches
Materials
Stone, Iron
H 18 in W 24 in D 72 in
PRIDE GLITTER CHAIR WITH OTTOMAN I (One Of a Kind Functional Art)
By Mauro Oliveira
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Absolutely and positively one of a kind chair + ottoman combo functional arts. Again, there will never exist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass, Glue, Glitter, Acrylic
H 30 in W 35 in D 30 in
Cast Bronze Functional Art Sculptural Pedestal Dining Table from Costantini
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
This cast bronze sculptural pedestal dining table from Costantini is truly a Functional Work of Art
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Solace 42: Functional Art in Solid Wood with Circular Design
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
, thanks to its sensuous, dense, and irregular shapes. These small tables double as works of art, bold and
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Hardwood
HARD CANDY GLITTER CHAIR WITH OTTOMAN I (One Of a Kind Functional Art)
By Mauro Oliveira
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Height
Absolutely and positively one of a kind chair + ottoman combo functional arts. Again, there will
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass, Glue, Glitter, Acrylic
H 30 in W 35 in D 30 in
Sereno Coffee Table Serie 81 by NONO – Functional Art in Solid Wood
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Sereno Coffee Table Serie 81 by NONO – Functional Art in Solid Wood
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Sereno Coffee Table
Category
2010s Mexican Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Functional Art Unseen Force #19 Solid Oak Coffee Table by Joel Escalona
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Functional Art Unseen Force #19 Solid Oak Coffee Table by Joel Escalona
Sculptural coffee table
Category
2010s Mexican Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Jim Rose, Two Door Strip Quilt Cabinet, Functional Art Steel Furniture
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a totally functional two door cupboard. It is created from natural rusted steel and found
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Modern Monroe Console Table, Polished Brass, Ming Marble, Functional Art Console
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration:
Monroe, the sexiest pin-up of the 1950s, inspired another piece of Art & Design. This
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Console Tables
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble, Metal, Brass
H 34.26 in W 41.74 in D 12.41 in
Jim Rose Two-Door Chinese Coins Quilt Cupboard, Functional Art Steel Furniture
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a totally functional two door cupboard. It is created from natural rusted steel and found
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Materials
Steel
H 38.25 in W 53.88 in D 21 in
Organic Round Shape Solace 51: Solid Walnut, A Work of Functional Art
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
presence, thanks to its sensuous, dense, and irregular shapes. These small tables double as works of art
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Geroge, Raku Fired Ceramic
By Pavel Amromin
Located in Chicago, IL
Pavel G. Amromin
EXHIBITIONS
2017 SOFA: Sculpture, Objects, Functional Art, Gallery Victor
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Bohdan Andreas Functional Wall Abstract Art/Coffee Table in Hand-Painted Epoxy
Located in Miami, FL
Bohdan Andreas Functional Wall Abstract Art/Coffee Table in Hand-Painted Epoxy
Offered for sale
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 17 in W 47 in D 18 in
Bohdan Andreas Functional Abstract Wall Art/Coffee Table in Hand-Painted Epoxy
Located in Miami, FL
Bohdan Andreas Functional Abstract Wall Art/Coffee Table in Hand-Painted Epoxy Resin
Offered for
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 17 in W 46.5 in D 22.5 in
Bohdan Andreas Functional Wall Art/Coffee Table in Hand-Painted Epoxy Resin
Located in Miami, FL
Bohdan Andreas Functional Wall Art/Coffee Table in Hand-Painted Epoxy Resin
Offered for sale is a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
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, Glaze, Clay
Pop Art Functional Vessel, Tall Cup
Located in San Diego, CA
One of a kind original functional vessel by local San Diego artist, Ron Carlson.
Category
15th Century and Earlier Pop Art More Art
Materials
Ceramic
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, Slip, Clay
UNTITLED LUXURY ONE-OF-A-KIND CHESS SET
Located in West Hollywood, CA
create a luxury art deco inspired functional piece of art. The artist utilizes the concept of up cycling
Category
2010s Art Deco More Art
Materials
Found Objects
Art Déco oval tray.
Located in Barcelona, ES
Decorative and functional Art Déco oval tray in wood, aluminum and glass, crafted with meticulous
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Platters and Serveware
Materials
Aluminum
EZ Rider Functional Sculpture Motorcycle Chair Featured in Book
By Bruce Gray
Located in Surfside, FL
Country: United States
Dimensions: 30 x 65 x 24
EZ Rider Chair is a unique functional art chair sculpture
Category
Late 20th Century Still-life Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Hand Painted Ornate Cabinet with Tigers & Flowers from Tibet circa 1920's
Located in Las Vegas, NV
.
Bold bright colors with a red lacquer finish top.
A true piece of functional art.
Category
Early 20th Century Tibetan Chinoiserie Furniture
Materials
Wood
H 35.5 in W 41.5 in D 18.5 in
Ceramic Functional Layers Lidded Container
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a one of a kind original functional vessel made by southern California artist, Ron Carlson
Category
2010s Pop Art More Art
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Functional Fly Lidded Container
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a one of a kind original functional vessel made by southern California artist, Ron Carlson
Category
2010s Pop Art More Art
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Functional Zigzag Lidded Container
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a one of a kind original functional vessel made by southern California artist, Ron Carlson
Category
2010s Pop Art More Art
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Functional Volkswagen Lidded Container
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a one of a kind original functional vessel made by southern California artist, Ron Carlson
Category
2010s Pop Art More Art
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Functional Vessel, "Marilyn Cup"
Located in San Diego, CA
.” Many of his porcelain works are usable as functional vessels. He notes, “my ceramic work is an
Category
2010s Pop Art More Art
Materials
Ceramic
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
Ceramic Functional Smoking Man Lidded Container
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a one of a kind original functional vessel made by southern California artist, Ron Carlson
Category
2010s Pop Art More Art
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Functional Waffle-cone Lidded Container
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a one of a kind original functional vessel made by southern California artist, Ron Carlson
Category
2010s Pop Art More Art
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Functional Vessel, "Popeye Cup II"
Located in San Diego, CA
.” Many of his porcelain works are usable as functional vessels. He notes, “my ceramic work is an
Category
2010s Pop Art More Art
Materials
Ceramic
Functionalist / Art Deco Chandelier, 1930's, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Fully functional art-deco chandelier from the 1930's, made in Czechoslovakia.
Cleaned, repolished
Category
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Figurative Functional Dish, "Amber"
By Cheryl Tall
Located in San Diego, CA
This is an original ceramic functional dish by Southern California artist, Cheryl Tall. Its
Category
2010s Surrealist Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
French Art Deco Bar Trolley Cart by Ferronnerie D'art, Paris
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Quality piece of functional art, circa 1950s.
Petite sculpted metalwork bar trolley cart marked
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Modern Italian Art Glass Chandelier Lamp
Located in Las Vegas, NV
.
Pictures tell the story of this incredible piece of functional art.
Working order with original wiring.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
19th Century Crow Beaded Tepee Bag, Plains Indian Antique, Circa 1860-1875
By Native American Art
Located in Denver, CO
design is a perfect example of functional art, with a unique connection to the Crow people's nomadic
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Tribal Art
Materials
Hide, Beads
George, Raku Fired Modern White Ceramic Bust of Male Head by Pavel Amromin
Located in Chicago, IL
22.86D cm
Pavel G. Amromin
Exhibitions
2017 SOFA: Sculpture, Objects, Functional Art, Gallery Victor
Category
2010s American Classical Roman Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Delphinium by Courtney Kinnare, Purple Mirrored Glass Contemporary Wall Art
By Courtney Kinnare
Located in New York, NY
24"
These functional art pieces build a color story through multiple layers of translucent tinted
Category
2010s American Contemporary Art
Materials
Mirror, Resin, Acrylic
Ceramic White Functional Spiral Lidded Container
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a one of a kind original functional vessel made by southern California artist, Ron Carlson
Category
2010s Realist More Art
Materials
Ceramic
Functional Ceramic Mini Fly Lidded Container
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a one of a kind original functional vessel made by southern California artist, Ron Carlson
Category
2010s Realist More Art
Materials
Ceramic
Lolli by Courtney Kinnare, Wall Art Resin Yellow Pink Mirrored Glass
By Courtney Kinnare
Located in New York, NY
"
These functional art pieces build a color story through multiple layers of translucent tinted resin over
Category
2010s American Contemporary Art
Materials
Mirror, Resin, Acrylic
Figurative Functional Dish, "Courtney" 2023
By Cheryl Tall
Located in San Diego, CA
This is an original ceramic functional dish by Southern California artist, Cheryl Tall. Its
Category
2010s Surrealist Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Blossom Cup (2022), glazed ceramic, floral clay tumbler, coffee mug, aqua, blue
By Max Vesuvius Budnick
Located in Jersey City, NJ
, cerulean, pale turquoise, white with black lid. Functional art object.
Hand glazed, hand built ceramic
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Glaze
H 6.5 in W 4.25 in D 4.5 in
2012 'Untitled (W.O.W.)' Pop Art USA Plate
By Jeff Koons
Located in Brooklyn, NY
bold artistic style, Koons brings his iconic touch to this functional art piece, blending fine art with
Category
2010s Pop Art Prints and Multiples
Materials
Other Medium
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Functional Art For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of functional art available at 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, steel and brass. Find 9 options for an antique or vintage item from our selection of functional art now, or shop our selection of 21 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of functional art you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of functional art made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of functional art over the years, but those crafted by Jim Rose, Lionel Jadot and JZUZ Livingelements are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Functional Art?
The average selling price for a piece of functional art at 1stDibs is $4,285, while they’re typically $75 on the low end and $34,145 for the highest priced.
Questions About 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.
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