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Fine arts

Scope note

Traditional Western designation for those arts involving the creation of works as aesthetic or intellectual expressions intended primarily for visual contemplation or enjoyment.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300054195

Broader Terms used

art

Term used for

arts, fine

Created

13yrs ago

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