What is another word for found object?
Pronunciation: [fˈa͡ʊnd ˈɒbd͡ʒɛkt] (IPA) 
A found object is any item that was not originally intended to be art but has been incorporated into an artwork by an artist. There are many synonyms that can be used to describe a found object, depending on the context. Some common synonyms for found object include discovered objects, salvaged material, repurposed items, recycled ephemera, and upcycled materials. Other terms used to describe found objects may include random discoveries, found treasures, unearthed gems, and unexpected artifacts. Regardless of the terminology used, found objects offer artists a unique way to incorporate a piece of the world around them into their work and create something truly one-of-a-kind.
