found object

English

Etymology

A calque of French objet trouvé.

Noun

found object (plural found objects)

1. (art) A natural object, or one manufactured for some other purpose, considered as a work of art.
   • 2016, Robert Craig Bunch, The Art of Found Objects: Interviews with Texas Artists, page 76:

     Over a period of years David brought me a series of found objects to use in my work. I treasure those objects too much to use them. Rick Lowe of Project Row Houses [in Houston] has evolved from a young, hard-working artist whose found art is cultural preservation.

Synonyms

• objet trouvé

Holonyms

• found art