fine art
noun
1
a
: art (such as painting, sculpture, or music) concerned primarily with the creation of beautiful objects
—usually used in plural
b
: objects of fine art
2
: an activity requiring a fine skill
Examples of fine art in a Sentence
a collector of fine art
She studies painting in the department of fine arts.
We saw the sculpture at the Museum of Fine Arts.
the fine art of gourmet cooking
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Very lovely, in the way of fine art.
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Visit the Mott-Warsh Gallery in Flint, which houses a collection of fine art created by members of the African diaspora.
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The photo gallery captures the community atmosphere and fine art displays on showcase throughout the park in downtown Boca Raton.
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The artworks invite guests and locals alike to engage with fine art in an approachable, lived-in setting.
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Emily Temple, Literary Hub, 2 Feb. 2026
Visit the Mott-Warsh Gallery in Flint, which houses a collection of fine art created by members of the African diaspora.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 31 Jan. 2026
The photo gallery captures the community atmosphere and fine art displays on showcase throughout the park in downtown Boca Raton.
—Mike Stocker, Sun Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2026
The artworks invite guests and locals alike to engage with fine art in an approachable, lived-in setting.
—Emma Kershaw, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for fine art
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“Fine art.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fine%20art. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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