ornamentalart
nounUK /ˌɔːnəˈmɛntəl ɑːt/
US /ˌɔːrnəˈmɛntəl ɑːrt/
Art that is made just to look pretty and decorate things.
The vase is a piece of ornamental art with painted flowers on it.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Art objects used to beautify a space rather than to serve a practical purpose.
The museum's gallery of ornamental art features gilded frames and carved screens.
3. The skill or practice of making decorative designs and objects.
She studied ornamental art and learned to create intricate metalwork.
4. Decorative elements added to a building or object for beauty.
The ornamental art on the gate includes swirling iron leaves.