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Art Nouveau "Glasgow Rose" original lithograph by Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Located in Chicago, IL
the most important figures of Modern Style (British Art Nouveau style).
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau More Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Art Nouveau "Pair of Doves" original lithograph by Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Located in Chicago, IL
the most important figures of Modern Style (British Art Nouveau style).
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau More Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Thomas Webb Art Nouveau Pair Bronze Iridescent Handled Glass Vases
By Thomas Webb & Sons
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A superb and stylish pair British Art Nouveau iridescent bronze glass vases by Thomas Webb and
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Antique Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Vases
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Blown Glass
Set of 9 Art Nouveau Christopher Dresser Tiles by Linthorpe Pottery
By Christopher Dresser
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
designer, a pivotal figure of the aesthetic movement as well as a pioneer of the British Art Nouveau style
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Antique Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Flooring
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 9 Art Nouveau Ceramic Tiles by Christopher Dresser’s Linthorpe Pottery
By Christopher Dresser
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
designer, a pivotal figure of the aesthetic movement as well as a pioneer of the British Art Nouveau style
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Antique Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Flooring
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Ceramic
H 3.12 in W 3.12 in D 0.52 in
Imperial Beauty, British School 20th Century Pastel Portrait
Located in London, GB
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Gilt frame
This fine Art Nouveau picture executed around 1900, depicts an auburn haired girl with a
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
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Paper, Pastel
Art nouveau style poster by Lewis Baumer
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful art nouveau style poster by Lewis Baumer illustrating the seasons of Spring and Summer
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
Art nouveau style poster by Lewis Baumer
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful art nouveau style poster by Lewis Baumer illustrating the seasons of fall and winter
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
The Martian original art nouveau 1897 lithograph
By Edward Penfield
Located in Spokane, WA
205, DFP-I 412.
Art nouveau, turn of the century American original lithograph. This is a rare
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1890s Art Nouveau Portrait Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Rare 19th Century Campaign Chair by Herbert McNair Carved Oak and Tan Leather
Located in High Wycombe, GB
Style (British Art Nouveau style) during the 1890s.
Born in Glasgow into a military family, MacNair
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Antique 19th Century Scottish British Colonial Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 40.95 in W 24.41 in D 32.29 in
Gonthier-Meymans by Henri Meunier, Art Nouveau Japon lithograph, 1897
By Henri Meunier
Located in Chicago, IL
the Art Nouveau movement… Henri Meunier bridged the completely modern style presented by Livemont with
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1890s Art Nouveau Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
H 11.5 in W 8.38 in D 0.2 in
Art Nouveau Fruitwood Bat Plaque by Gabriel Viardot
By Gabriel Viardot
Located in Chicago, US
mythology and furniture styles, held mass appeal in the French and British markets. His furnishings
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Art
Materials
Fruitwood
Albert Morrow's Illustrated Bits, 1897 Art Nouveau lithograph on Japon paper
Located in Chicago, IL
and educated at the Government School of Art in Belfast. He exhibited at the Royal Academy in London
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1890s Art Nouveau Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
H 12.343 in W 8.19 in D 0.2 in
Le Cénacle by Victor Mignot, Art Nouveau Commedia dell'Arte lithograph, 1897
By Victor Mignot
Located in Chicago, IL
(one of the leading artists to develop the Art Nouveau movement), Mignot’s composition focuses on
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1890s Art Nouveau Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
H 12 in W 8.38 in D 0.1 in
Pair of Rare Late Victorian 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Brass Firedogs
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
Movement, a fundamental contributor to the Anglo-Japanese style and the British Art Nouveau movement
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Antique 19th Century European Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass
H 4.73 in W 7.49 in D 4.73 in
Original Vintage Cycles Perfecta Poster by Achille Butteri Art Nouveau
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Clever design is on display in this Art Nouveau poster for Cycles Perfecta by Achille Butteri. Each
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Early 1900s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
David Andersen 1910 Art Nouveau Enameled Guilloche Snuff Box In .925 Sterling
By David Andersen
Located in Miami, FL
pill-box, created in Norway during the late Edwardian and art nouveau period at the workshop of David
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Vintage 1910s Norwegian Art Nouveau Boxes and Cases
Materials
Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
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H 0.51 in W 1.57 in L 2.56 in
Art Nouveau Watercolor Painting. Naked Lady Red Boa, Skating Pulled By A Poodle
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
Gallery, Liverpool, the Manchester City Art Gallery, the Royal Academy, the Royal Society of British
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Watercolor, Paper
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H 23.04 in W 16.15 in D 0.79 in
Art Nouveau, 20th century ink drawing of an allegory of time by Sidney Sime
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Sidney Herbert Sime (British, 1867 – 1941)
An allegory of lost Time
Ink on paper
Signed ‘S. H. SIME
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Ink
H 6.63 in W 5.88 in D 1 in
Late 19th century British figure painting - Girl’s portait with cat - English
Located in Varmo, IT
English painter (late 19th century) - Little girl with kitten.
61 x 50cm.
Antique oil painting on canvas, without frame.
Condition report: Original canvas. Good state of conservat...
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Paintings
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Canvas, Oil
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H 24.02 in W 19.69 in
'Bohemian Fantasy', British, 20th Century original painting
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Circle of Austin Osman Spare (British, 1888 – 1956)
Bohemian Fantasy
Pen and gouache on paper
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20th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Gouache, Paper, Pen
H 13.5 in W 19.63 in D 1 in
Goldscheider Art Nouveau Terracotta Clock
By Friedrich Goldscheider
Located in Lisbon, PT
A museum-worthy Art Nouveau masterpiece: a monumental terracotta clock by renowned Austrian
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Grandfather Clocks and Longcas...
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Metal, Enamel
Belgian Art Nouveau Desk and Armchair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Belgian Art Nouveau desk and armchair in ebonized oak, circa 1905, in the manner of Gustave
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Antique Early 1900s Belgian Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables
British, early 20th Century etching of a lady serving tea in a theatre
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Mary Viola Paterson (British, 1899 – 1981)
Serving tea at the theatre
Etching
Signed ‘V Paterson
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Prints
Materials
Etching
Jane Allen Art Nouveau Gold Enamel Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An Art Nouveau necklace by English maker Jane Allen is a unique piece made in 18k gold and
blue
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Vintage 1970s Art Nouveau Link Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Shanks & Co Art Nouveau Pedestal Basin
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Shanks & Co. Art Nouveau porcelain basin on a pedestal. This late 19th century sink is
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Antique Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Bathroom Fixtures
Materials
Porcelain
Art Nouveau Sapphire, Pearl, Enamel Pendant 14K
Located in North Hollywood, CA
chain in the center. This piece comes out of Great Britain and is lovely. Art Nouveau necklaces are in
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Vintage 1910s English Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Enamel
Contemporary Art Nouveau Abstract Organic Silver & Filigree Pendant
Located in L-Għarb, MT
Award-winning Tara Lois was influenced by the Art Nouveau style when she designed this contemporary
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21st Century and Contemporary Maltese Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver
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H 2.37 in W 1.19 in D 0.4 in
Still Life of Fuchsias, Geraniums and Marionettes - British 30's oil painting
By Herbert Davis Richter
Located in London, GB
Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau, including leading designers and artists such as Charles Ashlee and
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1930s Art Deco Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Silver Plated Cocktail / Drinks Tray by Hukin & Heath c.1930
By Hukin & Heath
Located in Bath, GB
. Christopher Dresser, who promoted and contributed enormously to the British Art Nouveau style, also referred
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Barware
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Silver Plate
Art Nouveau Gold Turquoise and Diamond Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Before the sharp geometry of the Art Deco period, the curves and the nature shown in Art Nouveau
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold
Art Nouveau Period Bronze and Engraved Crystal Lantern
Located in LEGNY, FR
Magnificent crystal and bronze lantern dating from the art nouveau period, from the beginning of
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Lanterns
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Second International Photographic Art Exhibition by Auguste Donnay, 1897
By Auguste Donnay
Located in Chicago, IL
Auguste Donnay include: The British Museum, London; Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya, Spain
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1890s Art Nouveau Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
H 8.34 in W 12.32 in D 0.2 in
Bernard Moore Art Nouveau Flambe Glazed Art Pottery Vase
By Bernard Moore
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Bernard Moore (British, 1850-1935) Art Nouveau flambe glazed art pottery vase dating from around
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Pottery
Unique Pop Art Painting on Slate, Electric Light Bulb Downtown NYC Art Kilgour
Located in Surfside, FL
Celtic Interlace.
Kilgour's linear style is grounded in Charles Rennie Mackintosh's Art Nouveau
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1990s Pop Art Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Slate
Art Nouveau Pearls Emerald Cloverleaf Brooch Unisex Gold, 1910
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Fine Art Nouveau Pearls brooch depicting a cloverleaf with an Emerald in the middle. Truly
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Vintage 1910s British Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Pearl
Archibald Knox Tudric Art Nouveau Lidded Pewter Jug
By Archibald Knox
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish art nouveau Tudric pewter jug molded with stylized floral designs by renowned designer
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Serving Pieces
Materials
Pewter
Art Nouveau Diamond Opal Pendant/Brooch, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
18ct gold & silver set Art Nouveau Diamond Opal Pendant/Brooch dated circa 1900
Five round opals
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Nouveau 2.62 Carat Opal and Yellow Gold Necklace
By Murrle Bennett & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Art Nouveau 2.62 carat opal and 15 karat yellow gold necklace made by
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Art Nouveau Copper Table Crumb Tray and Sweeper
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Charming Art Nouveau Table Tray and Broom Set. The pair includes the wood sweeper from marked
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Copper
Art Nouveau Diamond Opal Pendant/Brooch, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
18ct gold & silver set Art Nouveau Diamond Opal Pendant/Brooch dated circa 1900
Five round opals
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Ivory handle walking stick depicting an owl on cherry flower, Great Britain 1900
Located in Milan, IT
Walking stick: Art Nouveau ivory pommel Japanese carving, depicting an owl resting on branches of
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Early 20th Century British Antiquities
Materials
Silver
H 35 in W 4 in D 1.7 in
Antique Art Nouveau earrings with diamonds, early 20th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Elegant, Art Nouveau antique earrings with diamonds.
Hanging earrings made of 18-karat gold and
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Elkington & Co Art Nouveau Large Silver Fruit Bowl
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very unusual and stunning English Art Nouveau large silver fruit bowl by renowned silversmiths
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver
Archibald Knox Liberty & Co Silver Art Nouveau Silver Teapot
By Archibald Knox
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine and rare Art Nouveau Liberty & Co silver teapot designed by renowned designer Archibald Knox
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
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H 2.17 in W 3.06 in D 0.4 in
French Art Nouveau Art Deco Brass and Glass Lalique Style Chandelier
By Lalique
Located in Weesp, NL
Stylish and classy French Art Nouveau / Art Deco brass and acid etched glass chandelier in the
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Antique Edwardian Art Nouveau Style Set of Six Sterling Silver Buttons
By Robert Friederich 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
made in the Art Nouveau style - boxed; an addition to our dining silverware collection.
These
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Bohemian Art Nouveau Harrach Orange to Clear Cameo Glass Vase, 1900
By Harrach Glassworks
Located in Worcester Park, GB
A vibrant Art Nouveau orange/pink over clear Harrach cameo vase. Depicting flowers highlighted with
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Antique Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Decorative Art Nouveau Hammered Copper Chandelier, circa 1900
Located in Faversham, GB
lines highlighted by beautiful curved forms.
British, circa 1900.
Additional information:
H 80 cm
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20th Century British Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Art Nouveau Guilloché Enamel, Diamond, Pearl, Pendant, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An exquisite, rare and fine Art Nouveau pendant in 18 carat gold, Circa 1900.
18 carat gold set
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Bohemian Art Nouveau Harrach White Over Green Cameo & Enamelled Glass Vase, 1900
By Harrach Glassworks
Located in Worcester Park, GB
A cute Art Nouveau opaque white over vivid green Harrach small bottle shaped cameo and enamel vase
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Antique Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Art Nouveau Guilloché Enamel, Diamond, Pearl, Pendant, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An exquisite, rare and fine Art Nouveau pendant in 18 carat gold, Circa 1900.
18 carat gold set
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Wedgwood Art Nouveau Miniature Yellow Lustre Loop Handled Vase
By Wedgwood
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine Art Nouveau yellow lustre loop handled miniature porcelain vase by Wedgwood dating from
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Vases
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Porcelain
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H 3.35 in W 2.96 in D 2.56 in
William Moorcroft MacIntyre Art Nouveau Blue Daisy Pattern Tobacco Jar
By William Moorcroft
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Art Nouveau James MacIntyre & Co lidded tobacco jar decorated with tubelined daisies designed by
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Tobacco Accessories
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Ceramic
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H 4.34 in Dm 5.71 in
Archibald Knox for Liberty’s Pair of Art Nouveau Glazed Pedestal Urns
By Archibald Knox
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
balance of Arts and Crafts, Modernism, Celtic Revival and Art Nouveau style influencing both British and
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Antique Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Stoneware
Japanese Art Nouveau, Awaji Ware Art Studio Pottery Flower Vase, Ca. 1900
By Awaji Pottery
Located in New York, NY
of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In response to the Art Nouveau style they used sensuous
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Art Nouveau Vases
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Ceramic
H 12.5 in W 6.75 in D 6.75 in
Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Cluster Floral Opal & Ruby Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
Rubies. The ring also boasts a delightful expertly crafted Art Nouveau carving on the shoulders.
Height
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2010s British Art Nouveau Cluster Rings
Materials
Opal, Ruby, Gold, Sterling Silver
Ashby Potters Guild Pair Art Nouveau Streak Glazed Candlesticks
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional pair of Art Nouveau purple and blue streak glazed art pottery candlesticks dating
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Candlesticks
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Bohemian Art Nouveau Loetz Glass Stick Vase Made for Max Emanuel in 1910
By Loetz Glass
Located in Worcester Park, GB
Loetz Art Nouveau three stick vase in the finish called 'Candia Gewaltz Mit Silber' (Clear and
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Vintage 1910s Czech Art Nouveau Glass
Materials
Art Glass
H 5.71 in W 4.14 in D 3.35 in
Bohemian Art Nouveau Harrach Purple on Cream Gilded Pair of Glass Vases, 1890
By Harrach Glassworks
Located in Worcester Park, GB
A vibrant Art Nouveau purple graduating to cream/ivory pair of deceptively heavy vases by Harrach
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Antique 1890s Czech Art Nouveau Glass
Materials
Art Glass
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Find many varieties of an authentic British art nouveau available at 1stDibs. A British art nouveau — often made from metal, wood and ceramic — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a British art nouveau, we have 485 options in-stock, while there are 11 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer British art nouveau, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A British art nouveau is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made British art nouveau over the years, but those crafted by François Linke, Harrach Glassworks and Maple & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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- What is British Pop art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024British Pop art is a style of art that emerged in the United Kingdom during the 1950s. British artist Richard Hamilton's 1956 collage Just what is it that makes today's homes so different, so appealing? is widely believed to have kickstarted this unconventional new style, which reacted to the period's consumerism. Its goal was to put popular culture on the same level as so-called high culture. Although British artists launched the Pop art movement, they were soon overshadowed by their American counterparts. Pop art is perhaps most closely identified with American Pop artist Andy Warhol, whose clever appropriation of motifs and images helped to transform the artistic style into a lifestyle. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Pop art.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Art Nouveau was influenced by a few things. The soft colors and abstract images of nature seen in Japanese woodblock prints, which arrived in large numbers in the West after open trade was forced upon Japan in the 1860s, were a major source of inspiration. Also, Pre-Raphaelite art and the Arts and Crafts and Rococo styles had an influence on Art Nouveau designers. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Nouveau furniture and decorative objects.
- What is Art Nouveau furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Nouveau furniture was a style of furniture that emerged at the end of the 19th century and was characterized by its complex curved lines. The curved details in the furniture were typically carved by hand and finished with lacquer. The unmistakable gloss that is associated with Art Nouveau comes from the thick coat of varnish applied to the furniture as the final step of the production process.
- Why did Art Nouveau end?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Art Nouveau ended primarily due to world events. When World War I broke out in 1914, artistic production was largely halted in order to free up materials for manufacturing equipment for the war effort. By the time the 1919 Treaty of Versailles brought about the end of the war, interest in Art Nouveau had waned. Designers and artists became interested in new forms and styles, such as Art Deco. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Art Nouveau furniture, decorative objects, jewelry and art.
- Where did Art Nouveau originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Art Nouveau originated in France and Great Britain, but variants materialized elsewhere. The visual vocabulary of Art Nouveau was particularly influenced by the soft colors and abstract images of nature as portrayed in Japanese art prints, which arrived in large numbers in the West after open trade was forced upon Japan in the 1860s. Impressionist artists were moved by the artistic tradition of Japanese woodblock printmaking and other modes of art and design in the East Asian country. The Art Nouveau style quickly reached a wide audience in Europe via advertising posters, book covers, illustrations and other work by such artists as Aubrey Beardsley, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Alphonse Mucha. While all Art Nouveau designs share common formal elements, different countries and regions produced their own versions. Explore a selection of Art Nouveau furniture, jewelry and art on 1stDibs.
- What is Art Nouveau jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Art Nouveau jewelry generally featured three main themes: flora, fauna and women. The Art Nouveau movement lasted 15 years and it reached its pinnacle in the year 1900. Art Nouveau jewelers used every “canvas” imaginable, looking beyond brooches and necklaces to belt buckles, fans, tiaras, dog collars (a type of choker necklace), pocket watches, corsages and hair combs. Multicolored gems and enamel could complete this vision better than diamonds. Enameling is most often associated with Art Nouveau jewelry, specifically plique-à-jour. Known as backless enamel, plique-à-jour allows light to come through the rear of the enamel because there is no metal backing. It creates an effect of translucence and lightness. Shop a collection of antique and vintage Art Nouveau jewelry from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Art Nouveau furniture, first try to locate a maker's mark on the piece. You can then use it to research the maker with the help of information published in trusted online resources. Some makers, such as Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Louis Majorelle and Émile Gallé, are well-known for their Art Nouveau furnishings. If you determine that a maker identified with Art Nouveau produced your piece, it likely reflects the movement's characteristics, especially if it was made during the late 19th or early 20th centuries. You can also look for common features of Art Nouveau furniture, such as sinuous, organic and flowing lines; forms that mimic flowers and plant life; decorative inlays and ornate carvings of natural-world motifs such as insects and animals and the use of hardwoods such as oak, mahogany and rosewood. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can aid you with the identification process. Shop a diverse assortment of Art Nouveau furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify Art Nouveau jewelry, first consider its overall shape and themes. Flora, fauna and female figures were the three main themes in Art Nouveau jewelry. Winged creatures, such as insects and birds, were also popular subjects. Next, examine the materials and techniques. Art Nouveau jewelers distinguished themselves from their predecessors through the use of their unorthodox materials and methods. Prior to the 20th century, artisans working with jewelry prioritized precious metals and diamonds. This was not true for Art Nouveau creators. Enameling is most often associated with Art Nouveau jewelry, specifically plique-à-jour. Known as backless enamel, plique-à-jour allows light to come through the rear of the enamel because there is no metal backing. It creates an effect of translucence and lightness. Art Nouveau jewelers also favored pearls, particularly baroque pearls, for their large size and irregular shape. However, opal was the most popular stone, and Art Nouveau jewelry was primarily set in yellow gold. If you need more help identifying your jewelry, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Nouveau jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Alphonse Mucha was a Czech painter who is one of the originators of the Art Nouveau style. His style of painting and design rose in popularity in 1895 and he produced many works, including illustrations, posters and jewelry designs. Find a variety of Alphonso Mucha art and prints on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024No one person created the Art Nouveau movement. However, the term debuted in an 1884 article in the L'Art Moderne journal, describing the work of a collective of artists known as Les XX. As a result, some people credit the group and its founding members, James Ensor and Théo van Rysselberghe, as helping to define the movement. However, Art Nouveau was heavily informed by work that came before, including Rococo design, Pre-Raphaelite art, Japanese art and the Arts and Crafts movement. Beyond Les XX, a number of creators helped to propel the movement. Among them were Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Louis Majorelle, Émile Gallé, Antoni Gaudí and Tiffany Studios. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Art Nouveau furniture and decorative objects.
- Is stained glass Art Nouveau?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, some stained glass is Art Nouveau. It was during this period that Louis Comfort Tiffany produced his famed stained glass windows and decorative objects. However, the tradition of producing stained glass traces all the way back to the Gothic period. You'll find a selection of stained glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The Art Nouveau design movement used such materials as cast iron and steel, ceramic and glass. This style of architecture, design, art and jewelry was characterized by its use of long, sinuous lines that are reflected in nature.
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