Art Nouveau reminds us of a page in the history that swept the world of art with a significant impact. Art Nouveau can impart a beautiful change to the home furnishings which at times provides solace to the heart and peace to the soul.
Art has always found itself fiercely struggling to make a staple in the ancient days. Artists with new concepts were not easily accepted and their works had to wait decades to be appreciated.
Art Nouveau was one of such movement that whipped the established art and architecture norms. It created its share of fans and critiques during the period beyond 18th century and the early 19th century when artists across wanted to give this trend a meaningful acceleration.
Though it is known in various different names, Art Nouveau lived long enough to challenge the traditional art and crafts but went obsolete to pave way to the Art Deco in 1920. It is however seeing a new upheaval and modern day art is ready to embrace the beauty and the design style of Art Nouveau.
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WriterArtist, Thank you for product lines, pretty pictures and practical information.
In particular, I appreciate your explanation of the novel colors, patterns and uses of Art Nouveau.
Your selection has aesthetic appeal and practical functions. It's easy to imagine -- for oneself or as anniversary, birthday, holiday gifts -- a side table with the dragonfly and lotus vase, another for the enameled sterling silver bowl and another for the Peacock Lady vase in a room with the Alphonse Mucha poster on the wall and the runner on the floor.
What colors and patterns would predominate in Art Nouveau embroideries and fabrics?
It's so amazing how around 1900 everyone seemed to be employing these sinuous lines. Of course, there is also geometric Art Nouveau. Also very beautiful! I can't wait to get to Glasglow.
I also think the jewelry is worth paying for, if you have the money. I wonder how much of it is still around and if jewelry makers still make items in this style.
Hi Tolovaj,
Glad that you find it spectacular. In fact, new building architectures are also inspired by "Art Nouveau".
You are right - it can really be spectacular!