The World of Westloft Design, Interiors & Decorative Arts

Figurative Art

Art that retains a recognisable reference to visible subjects, often the human figure.

The definition

What is Figurative Art?

Figurative art represents recognisable things from the visible world, even when they are simplified, distorted or expressively rendered. In everyday gallery usage the term often refers particularly to the human figure. It includes more than strictly realistic depiction.

The Westloft perspective

In the World of Westloft

Consider the pose, outline and emotional tone of a figure alongside the room's other pictures. A figurative work can add intimacy without needing to dominate the entire space.

Further exploration

Related collections

Akt- und figurative Kunstdrucke
Akt- und figurative Kunstdrucke

The lexicon

Related glossary terms

Abstract Art Framed Art Statement Art