What is Art Nouveau furniture?

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.

What was Art Nouveau influenced by?

Art 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 jewelry?

Art 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.

What is the difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco?

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.

Who started the Art Nouveau movement?

No 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?

Yes, 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.

What did Alphonse Mucha do for Art Nouveau?

Alphonse 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.

What materials were used in Art Nouveau?

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.

How was Art Deco furniture made?

Art Deco furniture was largely made by hand. Crafters often employed exotic hardwood like zebra wood, rosewood and Macassar ebony. Many pieces had a polished Japanese lacquer finish, which gave a high-gloss shine to the wood. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco furniture.

What is Art Deco style furniture?

Art Deco style furniture appeared right before the start of World War I and is defined by sharp lines, vibrant colors and bold patterns. Heavily influenced by geometry, Art Deco furniture was born out of the Cubism movement.

How do I identify Art Deco furniture?

To identify Art Deco furniture, first look for maker's markings in inconspicuous areas. Once you've found them, use trusted online resources to research the manufacturer and determine whether they were active during the Art Deco era, which spanned from the 1920s through the 1930s. You can also look for classic characteristics of Art Deco furniture, such as bold geometric lines and forms, intricate floral motifs, metal accents, mirrored finishes and fine materials such as shagreen, marble, mahogany wood, zebra wood, ebony, exotic animal hides, onyx and mother-of-pearl. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can also assist you with making identifications. Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.

What are the main features of Art Deco furniture?

The main features of Art Deco furniture are bold geometric lines and forms, and an integration of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. The Art Deco era made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, and while the period yielded a range of stylistically diverse furnishings, interiors and objects, collectors will typically find the period’s desks , tables and chairs embellished with metal accents, animal hides, ivory or mother-of-pearl inlays and shimmering mirrored finishes. Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann , Eileen Gray , Maurice Dufrêne , Paul Follot and Jules Leleu . The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s , post– Art Nouveau .) Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What does Art Deco furniture look like?

What Art Deco furniture looks like can vary from piece to piece, but there are some characteristics that help define the style. During the 1920s and ’30s, manufacturers often created furniture with bold geometric lines and forms as well as intricate floral motifs. Materials tended to be luxurious and included shagreen and marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Many pieces feature luxe details like gleaming metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hide and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Explore a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.

Nouveau Art And Furniture

Royal Copenhagen Seagull

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Vintage 1920s American Art Nouveau Cupboards

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Walnut

Art Nouveau Sideboard by Limbert Van Raalte Craftsman Furniture

H 61.75 in W 41.5 in D 14.25 in

Art Nouveau leaves chandelier

By Art Decor

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Nouveau chandelier with leaves. Gold with mercury and iridescent shades. France, CIRCA 1910.

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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Gold

Art Nouveau leaves chandelier

H 45.28 in Dm 41.34 in

Art Nouveau Lamp Brass Satin Lampshade 1920 Italy

By Maison de l'Art Nouveau

Located in Milano, IT

Table lamp Art Nouveau.

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Vintage 1920s Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Brass

Art Nouveau Lamp Brass Satin Lampshade 1920 Italy

H 21.66 in Dm 10.24 in

Swedish Art Nouveau Mahogany Sofa

Located in New York, NY

Swedish Art Nouveau Jugendstil style mohair upholstered mahogany sofa, with buttoned back and seat

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Furniture

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Mahogany

Swedish Art Nouveau Mahogany Sofa

H 29.75 in W 90 in D 34.75 in

Louis Majorelle Attr. Art Nouveau Washstand

By Louis Majorelle

Located in New York, NY

Louis Majorelle (French, 1859-1926) attributed Art Nouveau mahogany wood and stone wash stand, with

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Furniture

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Onyx

Louis Majorelle Attr. Art Nouveau Washstand

H 43 in W 17 in D 16 in

Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau Dining Room Suite

By Louis Majorelle

Located in New York, NY

Louis Majorelle (French, 1859-1926) Art Nouveau Ash and Mahogany Dining Room Suite, circa 1900

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Antique Mid-18th Century Art Nouveau Furniture

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Velvet, Mahogany

Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau Dining Room Suite

H 29 in W 51.25 in D 62 in

French Art Nouveau Wall Bar Stained Glass Pub

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Highly unique French bar in the art nouveau manner Probably salvaged from a bistro or pub Classic

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Vintage 1980s Art Nouveau Furniture

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Other

French Art Nouveau Wall Bar Stained Glass Pub

H 100 in W 73 in D 18 in

Serrurier Bovy Art Nouveau Corner Cabinet, c.1910

Located in New York, NY

Gustave Serrurier Bovy (French, 1858-1910) Art Nouveau Oak Corner Cabinet With Crimson Velvet Lined

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Furniture

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Velvet, Wood, Oak

Serrurier Bovy Art Nouveau Corner Cabinet, c.1910

H 70 in W 34 in D 24 in

Art Nouveau hallway furniture by Schuitema hallway cabinet and mirror

By Schuitema & Zonen

Located in Harderwijk, NL

manufacturer Schuitema from the Art Nouveau series. This beautiful original furniture from the Dutch top

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Vintage 1980s Dutch Art Nouveau Cupboards

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Mirror, Wood

Art Nouveau hallway furniture by Schuitema hallway cabinet and mirror

H 29.34 in W 51.58 in D 18.12 in

art nouveau ceramic pedestal circa 1900

By Massier Art Pottery

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

art nouveau ceramic pedestal circa 1900

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Pedestals and Columns

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Ceramic

art nouveau ceramic pedestal circa 1900

H 29.53 in Dm 15.75 in

Art Nouvea, Copper Coffee Pots

By Maison de l'Art Nouveau

Located in Glasgow, GB

This is a pair of Art Nouveau Coffee pots dating from around 1900. They are not an identical pair

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Antique 1890s British Art Nouveau Urns

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Copper

Art Nouvea, Copper Coffee Pots

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H 8.67 in Dm 5.52 in

Japanese Art Nouveau Cloisonne and Ginbari Amphora Vase, Meiji Period, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

An unusual and elegant Japanese Art Nouveau amphora shaped cloisonne and ginbari foiled vase, Meiji

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Art Nouveau Metalwork

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Copper, Enamel, Foil, Wire

Japanese Art Nouveau Cloisonne and Ginbari Amphora Vase, Meiji Period, Japan

H 7.25 in Dm 3.5 in

1900′ Art Nouveau Patinated Bronze Fruit Basket, Japanese Crane And Water Lilies

Located in Paris, FR

Fruit basket in polychrome patinated bronze. Wading bird in the middle of a decoration of water lilies Length: 58 cm Width:47 cm Height:54 cm condition of use Work 1900

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Metalwork

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Bronze

1900′ Art Nouveau Patinated Bronze Fruit Basket, Japanese Crane And Water Lilies

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H 21.26 in W 22.84 in D 18.51 in

French Art Nouveau Umbrella Stand, 1900

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Nouveau umbrella stand, France, ca.1900. Patinated cast iron. Removable tank. Height

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Umbrella Stands

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Iron

French Art Nouveau Umbrella Stand, 1900

H 28.67 in W 23.43 in D 10.24 in

Chinese Six-Panel Art Nouveau Floor Screen/ Room Divider, Shanghai, circa 1900

Located in Kastrup, DK

Chinese six-panel Art Nouveau room divider or screen. Wood with original lacquer. Each panel has 9

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Furniture

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Berlin Iron

Chinese Six-Panel Art Nouveau Floor Screen/ Room Divider, Shanghai, circa 1900

H 91.34 in W 118.12 in D 1.97 in

Fenton Art Nouveau Iridescent Cut Glass Bowl

By Fenton Art Glass Company 1

Located in Miami, FL

A very good quality American Fenton art glass dish dating from the early 20th century. The moulded

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass, Cut Glass

Fenton Art Nouveau Iridescent Cut Glass Bowl

H 10.38 in Dm 11.63 in

Antique Liberty's London Art Nouveau Style Chinese Export Mahjong Complete Set

By Liberty of London

Located in GB

totally complete with original counters, the case having a super rare Art Nouveau Liberty's London style

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Nouveau Antiquities

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Wood, Bamboo

Antique Liberty's London Art Nouveau Style Chinese Export Mahjong Complete Set

H 6.7 in W 9.06 in D 6.5 in

Massier large Art Nouveau Enameled Ceramic Jardinière Vallauris, End 19th

By Massier Art Pottery

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Massier Art Nouveau enameled ceramic jardinière Vallauris, end 19th century.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Ceramics

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Ceramic

Massier large Art Nouveau Enameled Ceramic Jardinière Vallauris, End 19th

H 65.36 in Dm 21.66 in

Art Nouveau Majolica Wall Plaque

By Gebrüder Schütz, Blansko

Located in East Geelong, VIC

This large wall plaque is decorated with Majolica glazes to enhance the typical Art Nouveau pattern

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Antique Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Decorative Art

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Earthenware

Art Nouveau Majolica Wall Plaque

H 2 in Dm 17.25 in

Art Nouveau Dining Room Furniture of the 19th Century

By Europa Antiques

Located in Madrid, ES

Art Nouveau dining room furniture of the 19th century , in oak wood, consisting of: table, 4

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Dining Room Furniture of the 19th Century

H 30.71 in W 112.6 in D 49.22 in

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

Belgian Art Nouveau Desk and Armchair

H 30 in W 36 in D 22 in

Tobacco Pot Pencil Pot in Slip Frie Onnaing, France 19th Art Nouveau

By Frie Onnaing

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Tobacco jar or blue and green pencil jar in slip signed Frie Onnaing, circa 1890. The two handles are elephant heads, decorated with corn. The slip gives the pot a nice shiny effect....

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antiquities

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Ceramic

Tobacco Pot Pencil Pot in Slip Frie Onnaing, France 19th Art Nouveau

H 4.53 in Dm 5.91 in

French Art Deco Art Nouveau Bronze Door Handle, 1925

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco Art Nouveau bronze door handle, France, circa 1925. Ivy pattern. Solid bronze

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Doors and Gates

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Bronze

French Art Deco Art Nouveau Bronze Door Handle, 1925

H 10.24 in W 4.34 in D 2.37 in

Art Nouveau Ash and Marquetry Easel

By Louis Majorelle

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

An Art Nouveau Ash and Marquetry Easel. The shaped cresting with marquetry panel of coloured

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Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Easels

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Ash

Art Nouveau Ash and Marquetry Easel

H 64.97 in W 32.29 in D 31.5 in

Art Nouveau Framed Jacquard Weave 1920s

Located in Tilburg, NL

Art Nouveau Framed Jacquard Weave, European, 1920s. Beautiful delicate jacquard weave in a

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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Decorative Art

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Fabric, Glass

Art Nouveau Framed Jacquard Weave 1920s

H 28.75 in W 16.93 in D 0.79 in

Set of 6 Lenox Art Nouveau Silver Overlay Cup & Saucers

By Lenox's Ceramic Art Company

Located in Great Barrington, MA

-1900 which later became Lenox. They are profusely decorated with elegant Art Nouveau sterling silver

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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Set of 6 Lenox Art Nouveau Silver Overlay Cup & Saucers

H 2 in Dm 3 in

Japanese Meiji Art Nouveau Bronze Lotus Vase

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Meiji period Art Nouveau bronze vase in shape of a lotus, hand incised detailing and rare

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Metalwork

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Bronze

Japanese Meiji Art Nouveau Bronze Lotus Vase

H 14 in Dm 8.5 in

Pair of 1930s Art Noveau Lady Lamps

By Maison de l'Art Nouveau

Located in Hollywood, FL

Very Rare, Superb Pair Antique Art Nouveau Heavy Spelter Cast Metal Lamps w Dancing Ladies and

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Spelter

Pair of 1930s Art Noveau Lady Lamps

H 35 in W 35 in D 4 in

Art Nouveau Furniture by Alastair Duncan, Stated First Edition

By Alastair Duncan

Located in valatie, NY

Art Nouveau Furniture by Alastair Duncan. New York: Clarkson N. Potter, Inc./Publishers, 1982

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20th Century American Books

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Paper

Art Nouveau Furniture by Alastair Duncan, Stated First Edition

H 10.5 in W 9 in D 1 in

Christopher Columbus and the kings of Spain, Year: 1900, Style: Art Nouveau

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Material: Silver plated We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage

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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Decorative Art

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Metal

Christopher Columbus and the kings of Spain, Year: 1900, Style: Art Nouveau

H 17.52 in W 26.19 in D 1.19 in

Glassware Art Nouveau

Located in Paris, FR

Glassware, with a glass lid. Enamelled and gilded decor. Circa 1900, Art Nouveau style.

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Glass

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Glass

Glassware Art Nouveau

H 9.45 in W 4.34 in D 7.09 in

Art Nouveau French Glass Decanter Set by Emile Galle

By Emile Gallé, Galle Art Glass, Gallé

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Art Nouveau movement by nearly 40 years, however connoisseurs will note definite similarities between

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Antique 1860s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Glass, Art Glass

Art Nouveau French Glass Decanter Set by Emile Galle

H 11 in Dm 5.5 in

Art Nouveau Austrian Art Glass and Bronze Vase

By Loetz Glass

Located in Atlanta, GA

A stunning Art Nouveau era art glass vase produced in Austria or Bohemia. Possibly by Loetz. The

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Vases

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Bronze

Art Nouveau Austrian Art Glass and Bronze Vase

H 7 in Dm 6.25 in

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Period Chest Bench Entry Furniture, Solid Fir

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Early 20th century, Art Nouveau period, chest or bench entrance furniture, in solid fir, restored

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Blanket Chests

Materials

Fir

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Period Chest Bench Entry Furniture, Solid Fir

H 79.14 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in

Art Nouveau Wallpaper Samples from Vienna, Austria

By Max Schmidt

Located in Atlanta, GA

Two wallpaper samples in the Art Nouveau style from the Vienna Secession period 1914-1915. It was

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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Decorative Art

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Paper

Art Nouveau Wallpaper Samples from Vienna, Austria

H 29 in W 16 in D 1 in

Traditional, motif vase, handcrafted in bronze and copper by Palena Furniture

By Palena Furniture

Located in Istanbul, TR

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Bronze

Traditional, motif vase, handcrafted in bronze and copper by Palena Furniture

H 33 in W 14 in D 14 in

Art Nouveau Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

A very Fine Art Nouveau chandelier. Exquisite bronze work. Art glass globe and shades

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Art Nouveau Chandelier

H 30.5 in Dm 17 in

Antique Art Nouveau American Belleek CAC Lenox Silver Overlay Porcelain Vase

By Lenox's Ceramic Art Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

.'. Simply a wonderful Art Nouveau vase from CAC/Lenox! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is

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20th Century North American Art Nouveau Vases

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Silver

Antique Art Nouveau American Belleek CAC Lenox Silver Overlay Porcelain Vase

H 8.75 in Dm 3.88 in

Art Nouveau / Art Nouveau Chandelier Bronze, France, circa 1900

Located in Berlin, DE

Art Nouveau / Art Nouveau chandelier bronze, France circa 1900 Extremely unusual Art Nouveau

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau / Art Nouveau Chandelier Bronze, France, circa 1900

H 55.12 in Dm 21.66 in

Loetz Glass Art Nouveau

By Loetz Glass

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Loetz Glass Art Nouveau Origin Austria Circa 1920 Blue leaves and flowers motif with white

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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Loetz Glass Art Nouveau

H 10.83 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in

1990s Century Furniture "Silk Road" Sideboard

By Century Furniture

Located in Hartville, OH

Legendary Century Furniture "Silk Road" collection Gilt Lacquered sideboard with two doors, stone

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1990s American Art Nouveau Credenzas

Materials

Wood

1990s Century Furniture "Silk Road" Sideboard

H 38 in W 68 in D 22 in

Pair Art Nouveau Bronze Relief Wall Plaques

Located in Kastrup, DK

Pair of fine Art Nouveau / Jugendstyl gilt bronze relief wall plaques, with wonderful details

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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Decorative Art

Materials

Bronze

Pair Art Nouveau Bronze Relief Wall Plaques

H 25.2 in W 16.93 in D 1.97 in

Art Nouveau Embossed Brass mirror 1920s

By Keswick School of Industrial Art

Located in Den Haag, NL

Beautiful Art Nouveau rectangular Embossed Brass wall Mirror . Decorated

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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Nouveau Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Art Nouveau Embossed Brass mirror 1920s

H 21.66 in W 17.33 in D 0.79 in

Art Nouveau Enameled and Gilt Art Glass Vases

Located in Norton, MA

A Pair of Green Glass vases of Art Nouveau style with Enameled and Gilt Art Glass Vases formed very

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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Glass

Art Nouveau Enameled and Gilt Art Glass Vases

No Reserve

H 10.5 in Dm 4 in

DAUM Nancy French Art Nouveau Single-Flower Vase, 1910-1915

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Nouveau mottled glass single-flower vase by DAUM (Nancy), France, 1910-1915. Colors

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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

DAUM Nancy French Art Nouveau Single-Flower Vase, 1910-1915

H 18.71 in Dm 5.52 in

Unique bronze chandelier, patina bronze, by Palena Furniture

By Palena Furniture

Located in Istanbul, TR

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Unique bronze chandelier, patina bronze, by Palena Furniture

H 35 in W 51 in D 51 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

Art Nouveau Fruitwood Bat Plaque by Gabriel Viardot

H 12 in W 21.25 in D 1.25 in

Art Nouveau Table, Enameled Cast Iron and Onyx

Located in Brussels, BE

Art Nouveau Table, Enameled Cast Iron and Onyx

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx, Iron

Art Nouveau Table, Enameled Cast Iron and Onyx

H 28.75 in W 39.77 in D 23.23 in

Art Nouveau Moriz Jung Cabaret Fledermaus Vienna Enameled Advertising Sign

Located in Vienna, AT

A domed, black & white enameled Art Nouveau advertising sign for Cabaret Fledermaus in Vienna

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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Signs

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Iron

Art Nouveau Moriz Jung Cabaret Fledermaus Vienna Enameled Advertising Sign

H 16 in W 15 in D 1 in

J.&J. Kohn Art Nouveau Waiting Table, Mahogany stained, Austria, Around 1905

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Vienna, AT

Elegant Art Nouveau waiting table, or flower table, on slightly outwardly curved legs, with

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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Beech

J.&J. Kohn Art Nouveau Waiting Table, Mahogany stained, Austria, Around 1905

H 29.14 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Art Nouveau Austrian Ottoman

Located in Houston, TX

Art Nouveau Austrian ottoman is made out of ebonized walnut wood. Re-upholstered in blue fabric. It

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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Art Nouveau Austrian Ottoman

H 19 in Dm 18 in

Jacob & Josef Kohn 1890s Secessionist Art Nouveau Bentwood Stand

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Brescia, IT

J&J Kohn Austria, 1980s Beech bentwood stand Excellent condiction Paper label "J&J Kohn".

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Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Bentwood

Jacob & Josef Kohn 1890s Secessionist Art Nouveau Bentwood Stand

H 50.79 in W 14.18 in D 12.21 in

Superb Hand Painted and Gilt Art Nouveau Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

A superb hand painted and gilt Art Nouveau chandelier with art glass shades. 3 lights Dimensions

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Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Superb Hand Painted and Gilt Art Nouveau Chandelier

H 39 in Dm 24 in

Galle Art Nouveau Glass

By Emile Gallé

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Galle Art Nouveau Glass Glass of various colors. Eucalyptus Model Art Nouveau Style Crica 1910

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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Art Glass

Galle Art Nouveau Glass

H 4.73 in W 6.3 in D 4.34 in

Art Nouveau Coffee Table

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Art Nouveau coffee table in original vintage condition with signs of usage. Columns with brass

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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Art Nouveau Coffee Table

H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 25.6 in

Art Nouveau Guimard Chandelier

By Hector Guimard

Located in Rebais, FR

Art Nouveau Guimard chandelier with nickel finish.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Art Nouveau Guimard Chandelier

H 27.56 in Dm 9.85 in

Art Nouveau Sterling and Crystal Decanter

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

of Providence, Rhode Island. The sterling silver stopper is in the Art Nouveau style that was at its

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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Sterling and Crystal Decanter

H 11.5 in Dm 15 in

Gauthier-Poinsignon & Cie, Art Nouveau Dining Room Furniture in Walnut and Elm

By Atelier Gauthier Poinsignon

Located in Mouscron, WHT

decorated with fruits and plane tree leaves (Platanus orientalis) and bronze ornamentation, Art Nouveau

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Dining Room Sets

Materials

Bronze

Gauthier-Poinsignon & Cie, Art Nouveau Dining Room Furniture in Walnut and Elm

H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in

Art Nouveau Copper Charger with Bird and Berries by Ludwig Karl Maria Vierthaler

By Ludwig Karl Maria Vierthaler

Located in Chicago, US

Recognized for his technically superior and beautiful metal patinations for tableware, Munich born Ludwig Vierthaler’s designs and metalwork caught the attention of Tiffany & Co., NY...

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Decorative Art

Materials

Copper

Art Nouveau Copper Charger with Bird and Berries by Ludwig Karl Maria Vierthaler

H 0.5 in Dm 10 in

Art Nouveau Sideboard

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Art nouveau bookcase in excellent original condition.

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Sideboard

H 57.09 in W 48.82 in D 18.51 in

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Questions About Nouveau Art And Furniture

What is Art Nouveau furniture?
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1stDibs 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.
What was Art Nouveau influenced by?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
Art 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 jewelry?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
Art 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.
What is the difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco?
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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.
Who started the Art Nouveau movement?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
No 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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, 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.
What did Alphonse Mucha do for Art Nouveau?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Alphonse 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.
What materials were used in Art Nouveau?
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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.
How was Art Deco furniture made?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Art Deco furniture was largely made by hand. Crafters often employed exotic hardwood like zebra wood, rosewood and Macassar ebony. Many pieces had a polished Japanese lacquer finish, which gave a high-gloss shine to the wood. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco furniture.
What is Art Deco style furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco style furniture appeared right before the start of World War I and is defined by sharp lines, vibrant colors and bold patterns. Heavily influenced by geometry, Art Deco furniture was born out of the Cubism movement.
How do I identify Art Deco furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
To identify Art Deco furniture, first look for maker's markings in inconspicuous areas. Once you've found them, use trusted online resources to research the manufacturer and determine whether they were active during the Art Deco era, which spanned from the 1920s through the 1930s. You can also look for classic characteristics of Art Deco furniture, such as bold geometric lines and forms, intricate floral motifs, metal accents, mirrored finishes and fine materials such as shagreen, marble, mahogany wood, zebra wood, ebony, exotic animal hides, onyx and mother-of-pearl. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can also assist you with making identifications. Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
What are the main features of Art Deco furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The main features of Art Deco furniture are bold geometric lines and forms, and an integration of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood.

The Art Deco era made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, and while the period yielded a range of stylistically diverse furnishings, interiors and objects, collectors will typically find the period’s desks, tables and chairs embellished with metal accents, animal hides, ivory or mother-of-pearl inlays and shimmering mirrored finishes.

Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu. The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)

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What does Art Deco furniture look like?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
What Art Deco furniture looks like can vary from piece to piece, but there are some characteristics that help define the style. During the 1920s and ’30s, manufacturers often created furniture with bold geometric lines and forms as well as intricate floral motifs. Materials tended to be luxurious and included shagreen and marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Many pieces feature luxe details like gleaming metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hide and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Explore a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.

Art Nouveau Master Alphonse Mucha Created Much More Than Parisian Posters

Aside from his iconic commercial prints, the Czech artist endeavored to make works that spoke to the soul.

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