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Complete Set of Twelve Hand-Painted MBFA Pornic Pottery Oyster Plates
By M. F. B. A. Pornic
Located in Downingtown, PA
plates are a celebrated example of functional art, bridging classic French dining customs with the avant
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Pottery
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Scarce Antique Tuareg Mauritania North Africa Mixed Metal Mounted Wood Chest
Located in Forney, TX
" Wide, 14" Deep; (measurement without key)
Weight: 21 lbs
A striking example of functional art, this
Category
Early 20th Century Mauritanian Tribal Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass, Copper, Iron
Vintage Georg Jensen “Swan” Pitcher 1052 Henning Koppel
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
pitcher is a stunning representation of his innovative approach to
functional art. Crafted under the
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Pitchers
Materials
Sterling Silver
Floor lamp and plant stand "CLOSE ENCOUNTER" by Kerst Koopman, Dutch design 80s
By Kerst Koopman
Located in DE MEERN, NL
1980s. This unique and stunning piece of functional art is sure to elevate any space in your home or
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Milk Glass, Wood, Lacquer
Sculpture I
Located in Brooklyn, NY
on organic forms, simple lines, and the blending of art with functionality. Its aesthetic mirrors the
Category
1980s Contemporary Interior Prints
Materials
Offset
Doris Leslie Blau Oversized Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug
Located in New York, NY
characteristic of tribal ingenuity transformed into functional art.
Rich in heritage and artistry, this handmade
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
New Scandinavian Swedish Inspired Röllakan with Modern Nordic Style
By Barbro Lundberg Nilsson
Located in Dallas, TX
curators of functional art. It offers not just visual sophistication but a tactile connection to lineage
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Sca...
Materials
Wool
$4,882 Sale Price
30% Off
JEAN KARAJIAN Bronze
Alabaster Chandelier
Located in Hawthorne, CA
work of functional art. Meticulously crafted in polished bronze with smooth alabaster accents and
Category
2010s North American Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
Scandinavian Modern Candle Sconce by KONRAD GALAAEN (1923-2004), c. 1970s
By Porsgrund Porselænsfabrik, Konrad Galaaen
Located in Skien, NO
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A rare example of **Norwegian ceramic design** blending functionality with folk art charm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Metal
$480 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Round Shape, Alabaster Pendant Light / Lantern Midcentury Modern Era
Located in Lisse, NL
uniqueness.
This pendant is not only a decorative statement but also a piece of functional art. It will
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
New Contemporary Area Rug Inspired by Joan Miro
By Joan Miró
Located in Dallas, TX
, this contemporary abstract rug not only serves as a piece of functional art but also embodies a rich
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Expressionist Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$3,967 Sale Price
25% Off
Restored Vintage 1949 Rattan Framed Crane Barkcloth Fabric Sample by Spectrum
Located in Van Nuys, CA
barkcloth, represents a harmonious blend of art and functionality, reflecting the enduring appeal of this
Category
Vintage 1940s American Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
$210 Sale Price
40% Off
Restored 1949 Rattan Framed Square Crane Bark Cloth Fabric Sample by Spectrum
Located in Van Nuys, CA
barkcloth, represents a harmonious blend of art and functionality, reflecting the enduring appeal of this
Category
Vintage 1940s American Contemporary Art
Materials
Fabric
$210 Sale Price
40% Off
New Contemporary Beni Mirit Moroccan Rug with Organic Modern Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco, Beni Mrirt
Located in Dallas, TX
work of functional art. In an age of the ephemeral, this Beni Mrirt offers the enduring prestige of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Organic Modern Moroccan and North...
Materials
Wool
$8,175 Sale Price
45% Off
Art Deco Bronze Rabbit Table Bell Ring by Edouard-Marcel Sandoz 1920s
By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
functional art piece cleverly conceals a bell mechanism within the base, activated by a button positioned in
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Restored Vintage 1949 Rattan Framed Crane Barkcloth Fabric Sample by Spectrum
Located in Van Nuys, CA
barkcloth, represents a harmonious blend of art and functionality, reflecting the enduring appeal of this
Category
Vintage 1940s Decorative Art
Materials
Fabric, Oak
$210 Sale Price
40% Off
Contemporary earthy Ceramic Nagwag floor lamp by Jan Ernst
Located in 1204, CH
in functional art and spatial design using clay as his main medium. The work is driven by his
Category
2010s Floor Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
$11,048 Sale Price
20% Off
Contemporary earthy Ceramic Kraal Mural by Jan Ernst
Located in 1204, CH
in functional art and spatial design using clay as his main medium. The work is driven by his
Category
2010s Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Brass Table Lamp with Iridescent Glass Shade, Europe, Early 20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
. This magnificent piece of functional art embodies the essence of Art Nouveau, a movement that emerged
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
New Organic Modern Moroccan Carpet with Transitional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, it becomes a piece of functional art. The rug’s sophisticated simplicity and rich color palette
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Moroccan and North A...
Materials
Wool
$1,196 Sale Price
25% Off
Modern Silver Finish Luxury Bar Cabinet
By Kanttari
Located in Riga, LV
, and clients who desire functional art. Created in exclusive collaboration with glass artist Artis
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Metal, Aluminum
$108,080 / item
Bench / Sofa in Oak
Leather in the Manner of Thomas Stender, c. 1980s
By Thomas Stender
Located in Deland, FL
epitome of functional art. The solid oak frame and leg-base are superb shape with no scratches, gouges or
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Bedside 2 Stoneware Sculpture by Carlo Lorenzetti
By Carlo Lorenzetti
Located in Antwerp, BE
Collectible Design or Functional Art piece 'Bedside2' stoneware sculpture by Carlo Lorenzetti, 2019
Category
2010s North American Post-Modern Night Stands
Materials
Stoneware
Vintage Piranha Imbroglio Perpetual Wall Calendar by Jean Pierre Vitrac, 1970s
By Jean-Pierre Vitrac
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
, enhances the graphic appeal and retro aesthetic typical of the 1970s. The piece serves both as a functional
Category
Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Metal
Vittorio Introini Relax Armchair
Footrest, Belgian Boucle, Felice Rossi, 1978
By Vittorio Introini
Located in Culver City, CA
icon when you see one, this Relax chair and footrest is pure gold. It’s functional art. It’s 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
Turkish 1910s Star Pattern Kilim, Handmade Beige Wool Geometric Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
functional art.
Care & Maintenance: To care for this antique wool kilim, vacuum gently on low suction and
Category
Antique Early 1900s Turkish Art Deco Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$3,084 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair Of Door Handle Twirl by Quintana Partners
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The Twirl Handle designed by Quintana Partners is a unique piece that fuses art and functionality
Category
2010s Spanish Metalwork
Materials
Brass
A Sterling Silver Kiddush Cup by Ludwig Wolpert
By Ludwig Yehuda Wolpert
Located in New York, NY
transform a ritual object into a timeless piece of functional art.
Ludwig Wolpert was one of the most
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Important Maison Jansen Loveseat Reupholstered in Pink Bouclé, c. 1930s, Signed
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jansen's designs were signed, this prized collectors piece can serve as functional art and historical
Category
Vintage 1930s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
$16,800 Sale Price
23% Off
Daybed in the manner of Theo Ruth with Matching Pillow, Europe 20th Century
By Theo Ruth
Located in Utrecht, NL
exemplifies Theo Ruth's mastery of creating functional art that resonates with timeless appeal. The design
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Extension Dining Table with Double Butterfly Leaf in Teak by D-SCAN, c. 1980s
By D-Scan
Located in Deland, FL
one of a kind dining table is a true work of functional art. Replete with exceptional variegated
Category
Vintage 1980s Singaporean Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Teak
Decorative Pottery Plate by Bernard Paul 1997 Picasso Style
By Pablo Picasso
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
functional piece or as an art object displayed for its aesthetic value.
Category
1990s French Organic Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Pottery
Blue and White Chinoiserie Ceramic Table Lamp, Dutch Delftware, Vintage
By Delft
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
integrity while creating functional art that bridges historical traditions with modern sensibilities.
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$720 Sale Price
20% Off
Spanish Picasso-style Otero Regal Figural Ceramic Table Lamp
By Alfonso Otero Regal
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
form a singular composition that transforms vintage Spanish craft into functional art for contemporary
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
The Berg Chair by William Emmerson
Located in Geneve, CH
Berg is a distinctive piece of functional art, meticulously handcrafted from a solid block of marble
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Marble
$158,518 / item
The Berg Chair by William Emmerson
Located in Geneve, CH
Berg is a distinctive piece of functional art, meticulously handcrafted from a solid block of marble
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Marble
$158,518 / item
Mid-Century Modern Jasba "Cortina" Crackle-Glaze Ceramic Table Lamp, 1950s
By Jasba Keramik
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
graphic sophistication to Hollywood Regency or contemporary spaces. This is functional art for the
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Arnaldo Pomodoro Art
By Arnaldo Pomodoro
Located in Weesp, NL
functional design .
This is not just a decorative object but also a representation of modern Italian art
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
$810 / item
Ceramic Table Lamp Bob Kinzie Affiliated Craftsmen
By Affiliated Craftsmen, Bob Kinzie
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
sophistication and timeless elegance.
This functional art piece is not only visually captivating but also
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Large Mid-Century Extendable Danish Dining Table or MCM Teak Dining Table
By Poul Hermann Poulsen
Located in Miami, FL
the embodiment of functional art.
About the Designer:
Poul H. Poulsen was a Danish designer, painter
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Wood, Teak
Emerge Wabi Sabi Luxury Modern Organic Sculptural Side Table/Stool
By Tréology
Located in Papanui, Christchurch
line between luxury furniture & functional art. We love connecting people to nature through our
Category
21st Century and Contemporary New Zealand Organic Modern Pedestals
Materials
Cypress
Barbican Side Table No.2 by a Space
Located in Geneve, CH
ultimately manifest as a functional art piece. Each object is a one-of-a-kind creation that beckons to look
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Side Tables
Materials
Other
$6,340 / item
Barbican Vase No.4 by A Space
Located in Geneve, CH
feelings spontaneously arise, evolve through experimentation and ultimately manifest as a functional art
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Other
$951 / item
Barbican Mirror No.3 by a Space
Located in Geneve, CH
ultimately manifest as a functional art piece. Each object is a one-of-a-kind creation that beckons to look
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Mirrors
Materials
Other
$6,340 / item
Barbican Mirror No.4 by A Space
Located in Geneve, CH
feelings spontaneously arise, evolve through experimentation and ultimately manifest as a functional art
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Other
$5,548 / item
Barbican Vase No.7 by A Space
Located in Geneve, CH
feelings spontaneously arise, evolve through experimentation and ultimately manifest as a functional art
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Other
$951 / item
Barbican Side Table No.4 by A Space
Located in Geneve, CH
ultimately manifest as a functional art piece. Each object is a one-of-a-kind creation that beckons to look
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Side Tables
Materials
Other
$7,133 / item
Barbican Mirror No.2 by A Space
Located in Geneve, CH
feelings spontaneously arise, evolve through experimentation and ultimately manifest as a functional art
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Mirrors
Materials
Other
$4,755 / item
Barbican Vase No.6 by A Space
Located in Geneve, CH
feelings spontaneously arise, evolve through experimentation and ultimately manifest as a functional art
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Other
$1,268 / item
Barbican Vase No.3 by A Space
Located in Geneve, CH
feelings spontaneously arise, evolve through experimentation and ultimately manifest as a functional art
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Other
$1,585 / item
Barbican Vase No.1 by a Space
Located in Geneve, CH
feelings spontaneously arise, evolve through experimentation and ultimately manifest as a functional art
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Other
$1,585 / item
Barbican Side Table No.3 by a Space
Located in Geneve, CH
ultimately manifest as a functional art piece. Each object is a one-of-a-kind creation that beckons to look
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Side Tables
Materials
Other
$6,340 / item
Barbican Mirror No.1 by a Space
Located in Geneve, CH
feelings spontaneously arise, evolve through experimentation and ultimately manifest as a functional art
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Other
$4,755 / item
Barbican Vase No.2 by A Space
Located in Geneve, CH
feelings spontaneously arise, evolve through experimentation and ultimately manifest as a functional art
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Other
$1,585 / item
Barbican Bowl No.1 by A Space
Located in Geneve, CH
feelings spontaneously arise, evolve through experimentation and ultimately manifest as a functional art
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Other
$2,377 / item
Barbican Vase No.5 by A Space
Located in Geneve, CH
feelings spontaneously arise, evolve through experimentation and ultimately manifest as a functional art
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Other
$1,268 / item
Barbican Side Table No.1 by a Space
Located in Geneve, CH
ultimately manifest as a functional art piece. Each object is a one-of-a-kind creation that beckons to look
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Side Tables
Materials
Other
$7,133 / item
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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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