art union

noun

, Australian.

1. a lottery, originally a nongovernment lottery with works of art as prizes.

art union

noun

1. a lottery, often with prizes other than cash

Word History and Origins

Origin of art union¹

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

The Philadelphia Art Union is taking vigorous steps to retrieve its recent losses by fire.

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This is expected to be of a much higher order than any thing that has yet appeared from any Art Union in the world.

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The Art-Union Gallery is by no means full, but certainly does not merit the harsh criticism of the daily press.

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Beside, the Art-Union does not profess to open its gallery with a complete collection.

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The Managers of the Art-Union promise rich returns to the subscribers for the present year.

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