found art

noun

1. art comprised of found objects.

Example Sentences

As fair giants like Art Basel and Frieze have continued to add events across the globe, they have found art dealers game to take part, eager to transact.

From New York Times

What does bother Griffith, though, is Lichtenstein’s lack of acknowledging the source: “In some public way, he implies that comic book art is ‘found’ art, which it is not.

From Washington Post

One of them is Russell Craig, who found art at age 7 while living in the foster care system.

From New York Times

This is found art, Taylor directing our attention to the ignored beauty of ordinary gestures of people in the street.

From New York Times

An exhibit of the found art will open May 5 at the Hollis Taggart galley in Southport, Connecticut, which is known for showing the works of lost or forgotten artists.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• objet trouvé