work of art

noun

1. a piece of creative work in the arts, especially a painting or sculpture.
2. a product that gives aesthetic pleasure and that can be judged separately from any utilitarian considerations.

work of art

noun

1. a piece of fine art, such as a painting or sculpture
2. something that may be likened to a piece of fine art, esp in beauty, intricacy, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of work of art¹

First recorded in 1825–35

Related Words

• artwork
• composition
• piece