non-art

[ non-ahrt ]

noun

1. antiart.

Word History and Origins

Origin of non-art¹

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

We are chronologically guided through Hammons’ works, from performance and space-based undertakings such as “Bliz-aard Ball Sale” to his ongoing “culture sculptures” — a practice in which the artist utilizes everyday non-art material objects, largely sourced from or in reference to a Black, working-class cultural context, to build conceptually multilayered architectural works.

From Los Angeles Times

Chryssa’s practice connect‌ed with Minimalism’s strategies of removing the artist’s hand and using non-art materials.

From New York Times

Since “New Eelam” debuted, a handful of non-art, unironic flexible living brands have bloomed.

From New York Times

Along with collaborators including David Hammons and, most often, Maren Hassinger, they were used in performances in gallery settings as well as decidedly non-art spaces, including a Los Angeles freeway underpass.

From New York Times

If we had an absolute method for distinguishing art from non-art, it would not necessarily enable us to measure quality.

From Literature