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antique art; old art objects; classical art
Art objects and crafts from earlier periods, including paintings, ceramics, sculptures, lacquerware, and other traditional items valued for their age and craftsmanship.
古美術を集めている。
I collect antique art.
この通りには古美術店が多い。
There are many antique art shops on this street.
京都で日本の古美術を鑑賞する旅に出かけた。
I went on a trip to Kyoto to appreciate Japanese antique art.
WORD FORMATION:
古 (old, ancient) + 美術 (fine art). Refers specifically to art objects of historical value.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 古美術店 (antique art shop)
- 古美術商 (antique art dealer)
- 古美術の鑑定 (appraisal of antique art)
- 古美術品 (antique art objects)
- 日本の古美術 (Japanese antique art)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 骨董品: antiques — broader category including non-art items
- 美術品: art objects — not restricted to old items