artwork

American  

[ahrt-wurk] / ˈɑrtˌwɜrk /

noun

1. Printing.

   1. the elements that constitute a mechanical, as type, proofs, and illustrations.

   2. a mechanical; paste-up.

2. the production of artistic or craft objects.

3. the object so produced.

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artwork British  

/ ˈɑːtˌwɜːk /

noun

1. all the original nontextual matter in a publication, esp the illustrations

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Etymology

Origin of artwork

First recorded in 1875–80; art ¹ + work

Example Sentences

In a rare move, 100% of artwork sales go directly to the artists, showing an emphasis on accessibility and equity.

From Los Angeles Times

He speaks in an auditorium of Russia’s cultural center that is decorated with fading artwork commemorating sporting competitions and cultural events that used to be held jointly with the Norwegians.

From The Wall Street Journal

The exhibition includes magnificent artwork from the Nok civilisation, which emerged in neighbouring Nigeria around 3,500 years ago.

From Barron's

Her interest in art contrasts with the darker themes of The Gallerist, in which she plays an art consultant caught up in a scheme to sell a dead body as an artwork.

From BBC

The room houses multiple 15th and 16th Century artworks.

From BBC

Related Words

• art
• picture
• piece
• portrait
• watercolor