Art Isn't Utilitarian?

Meret Oppenheim

According to Kit White, "art isn't utilitarian, and if it is, perhaps it isn't art." Utility (where utilitarian comes from) means, "the state or quality of being useful; usefulness."  I find art to be very useful, to affect moods, thoughts, words and deeds of a person.  People can be inspired by art, motivated by art, challenged by art, and just plain enjoy art.  How then is art not useful.  I find the designs of everyday objects, like mugs, plates, pens, etc., very artistic and useful.  I would disagree with White, and say his definition of art may be too narrow.  Enjoy!