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Mesh Fruit Bowl Stylish Funcional Countertop Piece Gold Coloured Sand Cast Brass
By David Marshall
Located in Benahavis, AN
functional art and sculptures out of recycled materials.
We work with arquitects, interior designers and
Category
Early 2000s Spanish Brutalist Decorative Bowls
Materials
Brass
Rare Emilia Castillo Silver-Plated Pitcher with Onyx
Jasper Birds, Taxco Mexic
By Emilia Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
work of functional art.
This striking pitcher is crafted in solid brass, then silver plated, with a
Category
Vintage 1980s Mexican Modern Pitchers
Materials
Onyx, Silver Plate, Brass
Leather Wall Sculpture with Round Mirror, 3-d, Maroon, Textural Pattern, Design
Located in San Francisco, CA
the mirror in a diagonal direction. This functional piece bridges art and design.
Marie Barthès is a
Category
2010s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Leather, Mirror
Modern Teal and Aqua Overdyed Wool Rug 6
10
x10
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
enhance the aged appearance. The result is a one-of-a-kind work of functional art that feels both ancient
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Floor Lamp ROSTKI, Black, Organic Bionic Design, Recycled Paper, Handmade
By Pavel Vishnevsky
Located in Milano, IT
, based in Milan. Pavel crafts functional art objects from recycled materials, primarily paper-based
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Kidde for Supreme Functioning Fire Extinguisher
By Supreme
Located in Draper, UT
. Their collaborations are legendary, often merging the worlds of fashion, art, and functionality. This
Category
2010s Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Sommarial in Aurora Gelblich, a rich amber fluid glass sculpture by Vic Bamforth
Located in London, GB
internationally, most noteworthy being the annual ‘Sculptural Objects and Functional Art’ (SOFA) fair in both
Category
2010s Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Sommarial in Aurora Gelblich II, amber hand blown glass vase by Vic Bamforth
Located in London, GB
internationally, most noteworthy being the annual ‘Sculptural Objects and Functional Art’ (SOFA) fair in both
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Carved Jardiniere Stand
Located in Forney, TX
: (approx)
22" High, 40" Wide, 17.5" Deep
A wonderful example of functional art.
In good original
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Metal
Bentwood Asymmetrical Abstract Three Seater Bench in Ambrosia Maple, Usa, 1980s
Located in Deland, FL
definition of "functional art". Featuring exquisite woodgrains throughout, intricate dovetail joinery and a
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Vintage Thai Wooden Mirror with Carved Bird, Foliage and Flower Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
impeccable skill of Thai artisans but also offers a durable and long-lasting piece of functional art. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Echo Stool by Schimmel
Schweikle
By Janne Schimmel
Located in Antwerp, BE
Echo stool (Dovetail)
Contemporary art, Functional art, 2020,
Wood, wood filament, resin, acrylic
Category
2010s Dutch Other Stools
Materials
Acrylic, Foam, Wood
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
Circa 1710-20 French Baroque Cast Brass Chamber Candlesticks
Located in Skien, NO
-century French functional art pieces with outstanding provenance and presence. These candlesticks would
Category
Antique Early 18th Century European Baroque Candlesticks
Materials
Brass, Bronze
$1,480 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Sculptural Root Camphor Wood Chair with Organic Live Edge Design
Located in Yonkers, NY
unusual shape. This hand-crafted camphor wood root chair is a captivating piece of functional art that
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Rustic Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Amber Babà Sculptural Vase by Alice Crepaldi
Located in Geneve, CH
Milan, Italy. Her artistic endeavors are deeply entrenched in the realms of functional art, sculpture
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Metal
$3,173 / item
ZHIVINKA Contemporary Vase, Organic Bionic Design, Recycled Paper
By Pavel Vishnevsky
Located in Milano, IT
Russian Far East, based in Milan.
Pavel crafts functional art objects from recycled materials, primarily
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Paper
Scandinavian Rug Signed DL Mollaianrugs Collection
Located in Ferrara, IT
covering but also as a piece of functional art. The flat-weave structure makes it versatile and suitable
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavi...
Materials
Wool
Sommarial in Whiskey, a soft amber fluid hand blown glass vase by Vic Bamforth
Located in London, GB
noteworthy being the annual ‘Sculptural Objects and Functional Art’ (SOFA) fair in both Chicago and New York
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Sommarial in Tea, a rich brown fluid glass sculpture by Vic Bamforth
Located in London, GB
noteworthy being the annual ‘Sculptural Objects and Functional Art’ (SOFA) fair in both Chicago and New York
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Sommarial in Apricot, a rich orange fluid glass sculpture by Vic Bamforth
Located in London, GB
noteworthy being the annual ‘Sculptural Objects and Functional Art’ (SOFA) fair in both Chicago and New York
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Important Maison Jansen Velvet and Gilt Canapé, c. 1930s, Signed
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
serve as functional art and historical preservation while it's comfort and beauty grace your home or
Category
Vintage 1930s French Neoclassical Settees
Materials
Wood, Velvet
$18,400 Sale Price
23% Off
Sommarial in Iris Gelb, a rich dark amber hand blown glass vase by Vic Bamforth
Located in London, GB
noteworthy being the annual ‘Sculptural Objects and Functional Art’ (SOFA) fair in both Chicago and New York
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Sommarial in Whiskey II, soft amber fluid hand blown glass vase by Vic Bamforth
Located in London, GB
internationally, most noteworthy being the annual ‘Sculptural Objects and Functional Art’ (SOFA) fair in both
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Sommarial in Bernstein Gelb, a rich amber hand blown glass vase by Vic Bamforth
Located in London, GB
, most noteworthy being the annual ‘Sculptural Objects and Functional Art’ (SOFA) fair in both Chicago
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Sommarial in Aurora Rotlich, a rich red fluid glass sculpture by Vic Bamforth
Located in London, GB
internationally, most noteworthy being the annual ‘Sculptural Objects and Functional Art’ (SOFA) fair in both
Category
2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Sculptural Round Table for Indoor or Covered Outdoor Spaces—Mondo Design Studio
By Albino Miranda
Located in NEW YORK, NY
of functional art designed to blur the boundaries between furniture and sculpture. Each piece is
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass, Lacquer
$8,382 Sale Price / item
15% Off
Mazda Style Pair of Italian Table Lamps Gilded Brass and Murano Glass
By Mazda
Located in Prato, Tuscany
their design of the thirties, simple and functional Art Deco. Mazda is a brand created within General
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Oskar J. W. Hansen Designed "Tobacco Leaf" Ashtray for Hauni Richmond INC
By Oskar Hansen
Located in London, GB
extraordinary example of functional art, this large ashtray was designed by renowned sculptor Oskar J. W. Hansen
Category
Mid-20th Century American Ashtrays
Materials
Brass
1968 “Cross Oyster” Wall Sculpture Lights by Rolf Krüger for Staff Leuchten
By Staff Leuchten, Rolf Krüger
Located in Almelo, NL
wall sculpture lights—functional art at its finest.
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Copper
Antique Asian Center Table With Decorative Pearl Inlay and Stone Top
Located in Trenton, NJ
becomes a work of functional art.
Graceful cabriole-inspired legs support the structure, ending in shaped
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Chinese Export Center Tables
Materials
Stone
$640 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Persian Kilim Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
of functional art with enduring character.
With its unique pattern and refined colors, this vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Live-Edge Burl Wood Console Table, Organic Modern, Handmade, Logniture
Located in Stara Gradiška, HR
table, a sofa console, or a stand alone piece of functional art in a hallway or living space. It is
Category
2010s Console Tables
Materials
Wood
$4,610 Sale Price
30% Off
Layered Cube Votive Sculpture, pink, grey, black concrete votive candle holder
By Dena Paige Fischer
Located in Jersey City, NJ
candle holder is a functional and decorative tabletop art object.
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Concrete
GATTINA Contemporary Table
Floor Lamp, Organic Design, Recycled Materials
By Pavel Vishnevsky
Located in Milano, IT
crafts functional art objects from recycled materials, primarily
paper-based composites. Abstract
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Foot
Ankle Jewelry Display in Patinated Wood – Decorative
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
holder, functional art object, artisan jewelry display, decorative wood foot model.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Wood
Layered Cube Votive Sculpture (sand), pastel, geometric, earthy, candle holder
By Dena Paige Fischer
Located in Jersey City, NJ
sculptural votive candle holder is a functional and decorative tabletop art object.
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Paint, Polyurethane, Plaster
Layered Cube Votive Sculpture (sky), pastel, geometric, earthy, candle holder
By Dena Paige Fischer
Located in Jersey City, NJ
design. This sculptural votive candle holder is a functional and decorative tabletop art object.
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Plaster, Paint, Polyurethane
Mid-Century Modern Cabinet Console Record Player attributed to Ico Parisi design
By Ico Parisi
Located in Vigonza, Padua
like this a hallmark of mid-century Italian domestic design.
🌟 Why acquire this piece
Functional art
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Musical Instruments
Materials
Walnut
Side Table by Elissa Lacoste, France, 2020
By Elissa Lacoste
Located in Antwerp, BE
functional art pieces challenges conventional notions with its evocative fleshy consistency, indefinable
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Side Tables
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Silicone, Plaster, Wood
Boulder Footstool by Elissa Lacoste, France, 2019
By Elissa Lacoste
Located in Antwerp, BE
functional art pieces challenges conventional notions with its evocative fleshy consistency, indefinable
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Stools
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Silicone, Plaster, Wood
Boulder Lounger by Elissa Lacoste, France, 2019
By Elissa Lacoste
Located in Antwerp, BE
functional art pieces challenges conventional notions with its evocative fleshy consistency, indefinable
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Silicone, Plaster, Wood
Tufa Lamp by Elissa Lacoste, France, 2019
By Elissa Lacoste
Located in Antwerp, BE
functional art pieces challenges conventional notions with its evocative fleshy consistency, indefinable
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Foam, Silicone, Plaster, Wood
$8,640 Sale Price
20% Off
Scandinavian Rug Rollakan Earthy Tones
Located in Ferrara, IT
for functional art, where each piece tells a story and serves a purpose, enhancing your living space
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavi...
Materials
Wool
Recliner
Single
Hanging Swing Chair Steel Modern 21st Century in/Outdoor Black
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
for use as functional art pieces. The chair shape is inspired by the Cape Cobra and the pattern detail
Category
2010s South African Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Modern Wheel Recliner Hanging Swing Chair in Black
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
a functional art piece.
The chair has an open yet enveloping feel.
The pattern detail is inspired
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
$3,400 / item
Large Arts
Crafts Hand-Carved Nutwood Barometer with Thermometer, Early 1900s
Located in Lisse, NL
station is not only an instrument but also a sculptural piece of functional art. Perfect for collectors
Category
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Scientific Instruments
Materials
Metal, Brass
Walnut Wood and Cork Chair, Dining or Writing Desk Chair, Porto Chair
By Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
geometric simplicity, adding a touch of sophistication to any room like a piece of functional art. The solid
Category
2010s American American Craftsman Chairs
Materials
Wood
Antique Black Forest Hand-Carved Wooden Indoor Pet House, circa 1880–1910
Located in Bilzen, BE
beautiful aged patina and authentic wear. A remarkable piece of Alpine folk art, both functional and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Set of Four 1960s Italian Blue Glass and Chrome Sconces by Veca Italy
By VECA
Located in Almelo, NL
and complete set of Veca sconces—functional art pieces that will enhance any midcentury or
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
“Sternum” Rocker Designed by David Ebner
By David Ebner
Located in Norwood, NJ
helped redefine studio craft furniture as functional art.
After graduating from the School for American
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood, Oak
Rare “Vas Hippocampus” (Seahorse Vase) by Annacleto Spazzapan, 2011
By Anacleto Spazzapan
Located in Weesp, NL
original Spazzapan work that beautifully blurs the lines between sculpture, design, and functional art
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
“Passion Triptych” Life Size Erotic Relief by Karoy Kovacs
By Karoy Kovacs
Located in Hanover, MA
site-specific commissioned public/private sculptures, paintings and functional art, as well as self
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Resin, Plaster
Tora
Bench in Solid Wood, by Zanini de Zanine, Contemporary Brazilian Design
By Zanini de Zanine
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Caldas's skill in creating functional art that resonates with the principles of sustainability and organic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Benches
Materials
Hardwood, Reclaimed Wood
Ethnic Tray A074 Decorative Center Piece solid Brass and aluminium
By David Marshall
Located in Benahavis, AN
land scape making functional art and sculptures out of recycled materials.
We work with arquitects
Category
2010s Spanish Brutalist Decorative Bowls
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Oval Bowl Decorative Center Countertop Piece Silver and Gold Coloured Cast Metal
By David Marshall
Located in Benahavis, AN
land scape making functional art and sculptures out of recycled materials.
We work with arquitects
Category
2010s Spanish Brutalist Decorative Bowls
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Organic Modern Conference Dining Table in Madagascar Mahogany by Mark Leblanc
Located in Deland, FL
functional art. Constructed from a single solid slab of Madagascar Mahogany, a rare wood species that is
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany
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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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