Wall Clock by André-Charles Boulle

Digital image courtesy of the Getty’s open content program
What does this artistic creation represent?
A. The image represents art that was created for both entertainment and historical purposes
B. The image represents art that was created for aesthetic reasons only
C. The image represents art that was created for historical purposes only
D. The image represents art that was created for both aesthetic and utilitarian purposes

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The correct answer is D. The image represents art that was created for both aesthetic and utilitarian purposes. Wall clocks, especially those designed by artists like André-Charles Boulle, combine functional timekeeping with intricate artistic design, making them both practical objects and works of art.