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Dusk from the Tomb of Lorenzo di Piero de
Medici - Original Ink Drawing
By Christopher Ganz
Located in Chicago, IL
Functional Art (SOFA) Chicago, Drawing,
“The Initiation” on display in Ann Nathan Gallery space, Nov. 2-4
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Academic Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Pen
Woman at Rest, Nude Female, Pastel and Charcoal Drawing on Green Paper
By Christopher Ganz
Located in Chicago, IL
International Expositions of Sculpture Objects and Functional Art (SOFA) Chicago, Drawing,
“The Initiation” on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Water...
Materials
Paper, Charcoal, Pastel
Grand Live Edge Ash Wood Conference Table with a Charcoal Epoxy River
Located in İnegöl, TR
Modern, Boardroom Table, Minimalist
Origin: Handcrafted in Turkey
A piece of functional art with a
Category
2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Resin, Acrylic, Wood, Ash
$7,120 Sale Price
20% Off
David
Goliath - Caravaggio Inspired Monumental Double Self-Portrait, Charcoal
By Christopher Ganz
Located in Chicago, IL
Functional Art (SOFA) Chicago, Drawing,
“The Initiation” on display in Ann Nathan Gallery space, Nov. 2-4
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Water...
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
Vintage Boho Dennis and Leen Baroque Dining Chairs After- Set of 10
By Dennis
Leen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, trimmed elegantly with nailhead detailing. These chairs are monumental works of functional art, instantly
Category
Late 20th Century American Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Bespoke Olive Wood Live Edge Dining Table with a Mediterranean Blue Epoxy River
Located in İnegöl, TR
Origin: Handcrafted in Turkey
A stunning piece of functional art, this bespoke live edge dining table
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Olive, Wood
$4,720 Sale Price / item
20% Off
JAVIER CALLEJA - Pop Top
Planter Pot (White Eyes) Limited edition Modern Design
By Javier Calleja
Located in Madrid, Madrid
(White Eyes), created by Javier Calleja in collaboration with Case Studyo, embodies the fusion of art and
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
JAVIER CALLEJA Pot Pop Top
White Flower Vase (Blue Eyes) Limited Modern Design
By Javier Calleja
Located in Madrid, Madrid
of art and functionality that defines the Spanish artist’s work. This limited-edition planter
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
Paavo Tynell A1965 Pendant White Semi Matt for GUBI
By Gubi, Paavo Tynell
Located in New York, NY
functional art and this remarkable style played a significant role in shaping the aesthetic of mid century
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...
Materials
Brass
$1,335 / item
Paavo Tynell A1965 Pendant Soft Black Semi Matt for GUBI
By Gubi, Paavo Tynell
Located in New York, NY
functional art and this remarkable style played a significant role in shaping the aesthetic of mid century
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...
Materials
Brass
Carved Marble Figure of a Nude Woman Coffee Table Glass Top
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
functional art that blurs the line between sculpture and furniture. Boldly designed, the table features a
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Marble
$3,196 Sale Price
20% Off
Dreamer Lamp by HS Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Carbonell. Whilst on this internship Hannah developed a passion for functional art work and began combining
Category
2010s British Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
$1,984 / item
Set of 2 Evolve Lamps by HS Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
develop her work to combine functional design with fine art. Hannah’s work is inspired by religion, myth
Category
2010s British Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
$4,564 / set
Tremella Sculpture by HS Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Carbonell. Whilst on this internship Hannah developed a passion for functional art work and began combining
Category
2010s British Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$1,309 / item
Tropic Lamp by Hs Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Carbonell. Whilst on this internship Hannah developed a passion for functional art work and began combining
Category
2010s British Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
$1,958 / item
Large Evolve Lamp by HS Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
for functional art work and began combining ideas from her knowledge of art and philosophy with design
Category
2010s British Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
$3,029 / item
Pearl Sculptural Vase by HS Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Carbonell. Whilst on this internship Hannah developed a passion for functional art work and began combining
Category
2010s British Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
$1,124 / item
Small Evolve Lamp by Hs Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
a passion for functional art work and began combining ideas from her knowledge of art and philosophy
Category
2010s British Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
$1,799 / item
Set of Sculptural Vases by Hs Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
for functional art work and began combining ideas from her knowledge of art and philosophy with design
Category
2010s British Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
$1,878 / set
White Sculptural Vase by Hs Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Carbonell. Whilst on this internship Hannah developed a passion for functional art work and began combining
Category
2010s British Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
$1,071 / item
Follow Lamp by HS Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Carbonell. Whilst on this internship Hannah developed a passion for functional art work and began combining
Category
2010s British Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
$2,116 / item
Red Sculptural Vase by Hs Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Carbonell. Whilst on this internship Hannah developed a passion for functional art work and began combining
Category
2010s British Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
$1,071 / item
The Belltower of Piza, a Pleine Aire Study in Pen and Chalk, Matted and Framed
By Christopher Ganz
Located in Chicago, IL
International Expositions of Sculpture Objects and Functional Art (SOFA) Chicago, Drawing,
“The Initiation” on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Drawings and Waterc...
Materials
Paper, Chalk, Pen
Modern Metal-Plated Coffee Table in rattan, chrome, Made in Italy- set of 2
By CASPAL, FEDERICA PAOLI
Located in Milano, Lombardia
functional art object for refined interiors. The woven top offers a luminous, reflective surface that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cock...
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome
$4,811 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Rare Period 1800s Italian Made Circassian Walnut and Kingwood Marble Top Commode
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
a work of functional art destined to elevate any fine home.
Category
Antique 1780s Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Kingwood, Walnut
$7,196 Sale Price
20% Off
Source Side Table No.3 by a Space
Located in Geneve, CH
spontaneously arise, evolve through experimentation and ultimately manifest as a functional art piece. Each
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Side Tables
Materials
Other
$11,113 / item
Source Console Table No.3 by A Space
Located in Geneve, CH
spontaneously arise, evolve through experimentation and ultimately manifest as a functional art piece. Each
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Console Tables
Materials
Other
$23,814 / item
Source Console Table No.2 by A Space
Located in Geneve, CH
spontaneously arise, evolve through experimentation and ultimately manifest as a functional art piece. Each
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Console Tables
Materials
Other
$23,814 / item
Source Side Table No.5 by a Space
Located in Geneve, CH
spontaneously arise, evolve through experimentation and ultimately manifest as a functional art piece. Each
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Side Tables
Materials
Other
$11,113 / item
Pritzlaff - 1903, Male Wielding an Ax, Wearing an Aviator Hat, Charcoal Drawing
By David Becker
Located in Chicago, IL
, Chicago, IL
SOFA NY (Sculptural Objects Functional Art), Ann Nathan Gallery, 7th Regiment
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
Reflection #1, Charcoal Drawing of a Man Gazing Down, Wearing a Bow Tie
By David Becker
Located in Chicago, IL
2007 Unruly Muse, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
SOFA NY (Sculptural Objects Functional Art), Ann
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Water...
Materials
Archival Paper, Charcoal
Large Lunaria Bowl by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, 1972
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in BARCELONA, ES
of functional art but a timeless symbol of enduring style and cultural significance.
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
Rare Pair of
Jangada
Lounge Chairs
Ottoman by Jean Gillon, Brazil, c. 1960s
By Jean Gillon, Italma Wood Art, wood art
Located in Deland, FL
Gillon, are the epitome of 'functional art'. Highly sought after by collectors and designers alike this
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rope, Jacaranda
The Rape of Persephone by Bernini, Galleria Borghese -Original Sepia Ink Drawing
By Christopher Ganz
Located in Chicago, IL
Expositions of Sculpture Objects and Functional Art (SOFA) Chicago, Drawing,
“The Initiation” on display in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Water...
Materials
Paper, Pen
Pair of Jean-Michel Frank Design Iron Table Lamps by Company Comte, Argentina
By Jean-Michel Frank, Comte S.A.
Located in North Miami, FL
craftsmanship.
These lamps transcend mere illumination; they are timeless pieces of functional art that elevate
Category
Vintage 1930s Argentine Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Iron, Metal
Organic Shape White Quarry Stone Candleholder by Andres Monnier
Located in Geneve, CH
Functional Art with various stone from all over
Mexico.
Existing as an artist and business man, Andrés also
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Stone
Existencia Basalt Stone Candleholder by Andres Monnier
Located in Geneve, CH
materialized consciousness
through the synergy between art, design and sculpture. Represented by
Galerie Philia
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Stone
Vintage Boho Hammered Iron Dining Table After Giacometti
By Diego Giacometti
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. Don't miss this opportunity to acquire a remarkable piece of functional art. Bring this powerful
Category
Late 20th Century American Industrial Dining Room Tables
Materials
Iron
View of Siena with the Duomo - Ink and Crayon Drawing, Matted and Framed
By Christopher Ganz
Located in Chicago, IL
Functional Art (SOFA) Chicago, Drawing,
“The Initiation” on display in Ann Nathan Gallery space, Nov. 2-4
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Drawings and Waterc...
Materials
Paper, Pen, Crayon
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Faux Crocodilie Upholstered Chrome Stools Ottomans
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
mid-century modern flair.
Ideal for collectors, designers, or homeowners seeking functional art
Category
1990s European Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Chrome
$2,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Sweat Band #3, Charcoal Drawing, Bust of a Man Wearing a Sweat Band
By David Becker
Located in Chicago, IL
Unruly Muse, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
SOFA NY (Sculptural Objects Functional Art), Ann Nathan
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
Vintage Boho Barlas Baylor “Pantheon” Monumental Nickel Swag Chain Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An iconic work of functional art, the "Pantheon" chandelier by renowned designer Barlas Baylar for
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
Self Portrait at 80 - Realist Charcoal on Paper Drawing, Artist Self Portrait
By David Becker
Located in Chicago, IL
(Sculptural Objects Functional Art), Ann Nathan Gallery, 7th Regiment Armory, NY, NY
Art Chicago
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Water...
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
Mazda Style Art Deco Table Lamp Made of Opaline Glass, Brass and Wood
By Mazda
Located in Prato, Tuscany
with their 1930s Parisian simple and functional Art Deco design. When lit, with this type of opaline
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Rattan Handmade willow plated MINI Basket, Made in Italy, in stock
By CASPAL, FEDERICA PAOLI
Located in Milano, Lombardia
and metal turning with contemporary aesthetics. The result is a unique work of functional art, created
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Centerpieces
Materials
Silver Plate
Late 20th Century Regency Trellis Wrought Iron Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Grandmillennial or eclectic home. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of functional art with timeless
Category
Late 20th Century American Regency Benches
Materials
Wrought Iron
James de Wulf Concrete 3-Piece Locking Round Table, 120"
By James de Wulf
Located in Paia, HI
aesthetic, modern, and natural concrete forms to constitute functional art.
Category
2010s North American Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Concrete
$50,968 / item
Day of the Painter - Allegorical Drawing with the Artist and Multiple Figures
By David Becker
Located in Chicago, IL
(Sculptural Objects Functional Art), Ann Nathan Gallery, 7th Regiment Armory, NY, NY
Art Chicago
Category
1980s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Archival Paper, Graphite
James de Wulf Concrete 3-Piece Locking Round Table, 102"
By James de Wulf
Located in Paia, HI
concrete forms to constitute functional art.
Category
2010s North American Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Concrete
$45,000 / item
INES SCONCE - Hand-Carved Oak Diamond with Brass Revel on a Marble Back Plate
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
handmade pieces of functional art. Its hand-carved oak diamond detail and brass Revel mounted on a Carrara
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Woven Rattan Hoop Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
seating; it's a piece of functional art. Imagine it bringing a touch of bohemian sophistication to your
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Malevich Vase CS8 - Sculptural design with Brushed Stainless Steel by Noom
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, FR
furniture, the Malevich Vase is more than décor — it is a functional art object. Its architectural structure
Category
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Vases
Materials
Steel
Malevich Vase CS7 - Minimalist bold design in Copper and Painted Steel by Noom
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, FR
furniture, the Malevich Vase is more than décor — it is a functional art object. Its architectural structure
Category
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Vases
Materials
Steel, Copper
Numbered Edition Malevich Vase CSL7 in Rainbow Zinc Plating Steel by NOOM
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, FR
furniture, the Malevich Vase is more than décor — it is a functional art object. Its architectural structure
Category
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Vases
Materials
Steel
Malevich Vase CS1 - Contemporary Bold Design in Brass and Painted Steel by Noom
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, FR
furniture, the Malevich Vase is more than décor — it is a functional art object. Its architectural structure
Category
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Vases
Materials
Steel, Brass
Vintage Regency Block Folding Screen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
versatile piece of functional art. Use it to create a stylish division in an open-plan room, as a dramatic
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Metal
Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Platter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
platter. A true piece of functional art, this charger is masterfully hand-thrown from substantial
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Pottery, Stoneware
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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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