artwork

[ahrt-wurk]

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.

artwork

/ ˈɑːtˌwɜːk /

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of artwork¹

First recorded in 1875–80; art ¹ + work

Example Sentences

"On our first two albums, the artwork was just found images," says Rowsell.

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Marking its 25th anniversary, Saffronart's recent auction saw a packed room, spirited bidding, and a rare "white glove" result - every lot sold, with some attendees even "squabbling" over artworks, according to an attendee.

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I suppose the thing that I indulge myself most in is a really good Pre-Raphaelite painting or really good artwork.

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Today, Wilson’s home radiates with colorful artworks from his private collection and vibrant African wood carvings climbing toward the loft ceiling.

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So, too, does “Sèvres Extraordinaire! Sculpture From 1740 Until Today”—a chronological show comprising more than 160 ceramic artworks at the Bard Graduate Center.

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Related Words

• art 
• picture 
• piece 
• portrait 
• watercolor