The decorative arts are traditionally defined as ornamental and functional works in
ceramic,
wood,
glass,
metal, or
textile. The field includes
ceramics,
furniture, furnishings,
interior design, and
architecture. The decorative arts are often categorized in opposition to the "
fine arts", namely,
painting,
drawing,
photography, and large-scale
sculpture. Some distinguish between decorative and fine art based on functionality, intended purpose, importance, status as a unique creation, or single-artist production. Decorative arts, or furnishings, may be fixed (for example, wallpaper), or moveable (for example, lamps).
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