objet d'art

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Think of something for their home that doesn’t claim space in yours, like a beautiful print, a sculptural objet d’art, or a framed matchbook from a favorite bar or restaurant.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

Matthew Maher rounds out the team as designer Pete Moore, an oddball philosopher of footwear who turns the Air Jordan into an objet d’art, a reflection of the individual player designed for mass market consumption.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 5, 2023

This mini fireplace is sure to be a hit as both an objet d’art and a spot to gather around to roast s’mores.

From Fox News • Dec. 9, 2021

Large stones hanging from costumes make them resemble an objet d’art.

From Economist • Jul. 19, 2017

She directed at little Ogden, who was juggling aimlessly with a handsome objet d'art of the early Chinese school, a glance similar to that which had just disposed of his step-father.

From Piccadilly Jim by Wodehouse, P. G. (Pelham Grenville)