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Art Nouveau Bed by Mathieu Gallerey in Mahogany, Clematis model, circa 1920
By Mathieu Gallerey
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
representing Clematis.
Art Nouveau, France, circa 1920.
By cabinetmaker Mathieu Gallerey (documentation
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Bronze
H 52.37 in W 57.09 in D 79.93 in
Colli Torino 'Est. 1850 ' Italian Art Nouveau Bed & Nightstand Solid Oak carved
By Colli Torino
Located in Landshut, BY
This bed and night stand was produced by Colli Torino established in 1850.
- solid oak with hand
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Vintage 1910s Italian Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Oak
H 39.38 in W 52.76 in D 78.75 in
1910s Antique Italian 2 twins Art Nouveau Beds in Cherrywood and Burl Walnut
By Meroni & Fossati
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Early 20th century antique Italian Art Nouveau pair of beds in cheerywood and burl walnut with
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Bronze
H 63 in W 35.44 in D 82.68 in
Italian Early 20th Century Iron and Cast Iron Enamelled Bed, Golden Brass Parts
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italian 1910s Art Nouveau bed, in black enameled iron and cast iron, golden brass parts, in
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 51.97 in W 54.34 in D 79.93 in
Pair of Art Nouveau Beds and Nightstand in Oak, France, circa 1910
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
, depth 35 cm
Art Nouveau, France, circa 1910.
In very good condition.
Category
Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Bedroom Sets
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Pine Art Nouveau Box Bed
Located in Baltimore, MD
This majestic Art Nouveau box bed would be a stately presence in any child’s bedroom. The
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Pine
Pine Art Nouveau Box Bed
Located in Baltimore, MD
This fine Art Nouveau example is certainly one of the most decorative pine beds we have ever
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Pine
French Art Nouveau Walnut Full Bed
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Nouveau walnut full size bed with floral and grape carved corners (includes: headboard
Category
20th Century French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
Antique Italian Brass Bed Art Nouveau Period
Located in Buxton, GB
from the Art Nouveau Period, combines elegance and style with its intricate design and stunning bronzed
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass
Antique Brass Bed Italian Art Nouveau Period
Located in Buxton, GB
Brass Bed from the Art Nouveau Period, offers a fabulous Art Nouveau style with its intricate design and
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Pine Bed in Art Nouveau Style Circa 1910
Located in Opole, PL
Pine Bed in Art Nouveau Style Circa 1910
A single bed made of pine wood, dating back to
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Vintage 1910s Polish Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Pine
Art Nouveau Italian Brass Double Bed, Early 1900s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
French Art Nouveau or Italian Liberty, (see photo). Object of great character, for antique dealers and
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass
Art Nouveau Twin Beds in Carved Oak, France, circa 1910
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
in a floral theme.
Art Nouveau, France, around 1910.
In very good condition, wood treated
Category
Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wood, Oak
Pair of French Art Nouveau Iron and Tole Twin Beds
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French Art Nouveau iron twin beds with green patina and decorated tole trim with pearl
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Tôle, Iron
1960s Italian Art Nouveau Single Bed in Painted Wrought Iron, Golden Parts
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italian single bed in painted wrought iron, golden parts, 1960s, Art Nouveau style
Measures cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Iron
H 41.74 in W 35.44 in D 78.75 in
1960s Italian Art Nouveau Single Bed in Painted Wrought Iron, Golden Parts
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italian midcentury single bed in painted wrought iron, golden parts, Art Nouveau style.
Measures
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Iron
H 48.43 in W 36.23 in D 80.71 in
2 Art Nouveau metal hand painted extravagant single beds with flowers chalet sty
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
2 Art Nouveau metal hand painted extravagant single beds with flowers and faux wood even painted on
Category
Antique 1890s German Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Metal
H 65.75 in W 35.44 in D 1.58 in
1920s Art Nouveau Country Single Carved and Painted Cherry Bed, Wax Polished
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Country single bed in massive cherrywood, carved and painted, wax polished
Measures cm: H 100/85
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Cherry
H 39.38 in W 38.19 in D 80.71 in
Art Nouveau Pair of Beds, by Vincenzo Cadorin Venezia, Hand-carved Walnut
By Vincenzo Cadorin
Located in Vigonza, Padua
artist Cadorin and his Atelier performers: floral motifs and Classic Art Nouveau shapes, carved and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
H 61.03 in W 78.75 in D 80.71 in
1910s, Antique Italian Art Nouveau Single Bed in Walnut and Burl Walnut Inlaid
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1910s, antique Italian Art Nouveau single bed in walnut and burl walnut inlaid
Restored and
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut, Burl
H 57.09 in W 36.23 in D 79.14 in
Antique Double Twin Bed, Art Nouveau, in Hand Carved Cherry Wood, Wax Polished
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1920s circa double twin bed , Art Nouveau, in hand carved cherrywood, wax polished
Measures cm
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Cherry
H 62.21 in W 35.44 in D 80.71 in
Art Nouveau Carved and Painted Wooden Bed, Floral Theme: Poppies, France, 1900
By Louis Majorelle
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
A sublime piece of furniture that reflects the refinement of Art Nouveau, this bed embodies the
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wood, Oak, Paint
H 42.52 in W 61.03 in D 78.75 in
Pair of Twin Beds Art Nouveau, Italy, 1890s. Hand Carved Walnut, Polished to Wax
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Art Nouveau pair of twin beds, Italy, circa 1890. Hand carved walnut, restored and polished to wax
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
H 55.12 in W 37.41 in D 78.75 in
Louis Majorelle Style French Art Nouveau Carved Walnut Queen Size Bed, 1900
By Louis Majorelle
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Art Nouveau period carved walnut queen size bed frame
In the manner of Louis
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
H 59.25 in W 63 in D 88 in
French Art Nouveau Maple Full Headboard
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Nouveau maple full size headboard having a carved and filigree floral and vine design
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Mahogany
Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty Headboard, 1900, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982.If you have any questions we are at your
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wood
Cradle for Baby Art Nouveau Bentwood Attributed to Thonet, circa 1900, Label
By Thonet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Cradle for baby Art Nouveau bentwood attributed to Thonet, circa 1900
Trace of label.
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Bentwood
H 39.38 in W 49.61 in D 22.45 in
Double Edwardian Antique Bed in Walnut - WD68
Located in Wrexham, GB
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home with this stunning antique double bed, crafted in the
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
Extraordinary Carved Mahogany Full Bed With Swans
Located in Bridgeport, CT
the whole is resting on stylized front paw feet and scrolled back feet. The bed is a mix of light and
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Mahogany
Art Nouveau Thonet Cradle, Bentwood, circa 1900
By Thonet
Located in Budapest, HU
Beautiful Thonet cradle from the 1900s.
The cradle is damaged at the bottom; the lower wooden part is broken (visible in the photo) and has been subsequently fixed together. It req...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Bentwood
Wide Platform Brass and Iron Bed MSK56
Located in Wrexham, GB
6ft wide antique platform bed in black with curved brass top rail and art nouveau style castings
Category
Vintage 1910s Late Victorian Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass, Iron
Exhibition Austrian Neo-Baroque Carved Mahogany Bed, circa 1890
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
forthcoming modernist aesthetic of art nouveau.
The bed is richly carved with a circular cresting flanked
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Baroque Revival Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Bronze
Rare French Bentwood Cradle in the Thonet Style, Late 19th Century
Located in London, Park Royal
This French bentwood cradle made in the Thonet style is a rare find, circa late 1900s. The cradle is in perfect working order with a gentle rocking action which can be blocked by a r...
Category
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Bentwood
Rare French Bentwood Cradle in the Thonet Style Late 19th Century
By Thonet
Located in London, Park Royal
This French bentwood cradle made in the Thonet style is a rare find, circa late 1900s. The cradle is in perfect working order with a gentle rocking action which can be blocked by a r...
Category
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Bentwood
Brass or Copper Bed Warmer with Iron Handleg, Spain Late 19th Century
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Late 19th century brass or copper bed warmer with iron handle.
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Decorative Art
Materials
Brass
H 15.75 in W 11.82 in D 1.97 in
Brass or Copper Bed Warmer with Iron Handleg, Spain Late 19th Century
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Blue and white ceramic or porcelain kitchen mortars or pestles with wooden handles, to hang
Wall kitchen decoration.
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Decorative Art
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
H 15.75 in W 11.82 in D 1.97 in
Art Nouveau 1890s Pair of Lounge Chairs, Hand-Carved Walnut , spring seat
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italian Art Nouveau 1890s pair of bed room chairs, with hand-carved walnut legs, spring seat, newly
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Iron and Brass Single Bed Frame, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
bed frame is hand-made in brass and mint green varnished iron.
The frame is solid but it shows slight
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Art Nouveau Bedroom Sets
Materials
Brass, Iron
Daum Nancy "Berce des Prés" Cameo Glass Vase
By Daum
Located in New York, NY
mottled yellow, green and orange, reminiscent of the play of light in a shaded flower bed. Art Nouveau
Category
Early 20th Century Vases
Materials
Glass
Art Nouveau Bed in Carved Oak, Opium Poppy Theme, France, circa 1910
Located in L'Etang, FR
...
Art Nouveau, France, circa 1910.
Good condition.
The bed has been restored, the old finish has
Category
Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Oak
H 58.67 in W 54.53 in D 78.35 in
Art Nouveau brass queen size bed
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Art Nouveau solid brass with turnings on sides and 2 motifs of ladies of the period queen size bed.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass
Antique French 19th Century Art Nouveau Turquoise Green French Louis Schmitt Dou
Located in Leicestershire, GB
Antique French 19th Century Art Nouveau Turquoise Green French Louis Schmitt Double Bed, c 1890
A
Category
Antique 1890s French Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Upholstery
H 53.15 in W 58.67 in D 86.62 in
Pair of French Twin Beds, Cast Iron Fake Wood, Brass and Marquetry, circa 1910
Located in L'Etang, FR
Pair of French twin beds, cast iron fake wood, brass and marquetry, circa 1910.
Superb pair of
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 48.04 in W 49.61 in D 78.75 in
French Art Nouveau Twin Beds Bedroom Set of 3 in Solid Carved Oak, circa 1910
Located in L'Etang, FR
Wonderful Art Nouveau twin beds bedroom set of 3, in carved oak on a floral theme:
- 2 twin beds
Category
Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Bedroom Sets
Materials
Brass
H 87.8 in W 62.21 in D 23.63 in
French Art Nouveau Twin Beds Bedroom Set of 5 in Solid Carved Oak, circa 1910
Located in L'Etang, FR
Wonderful Art Nouveau twin beds bedroom set of 5, in carved oak on a floral theme:
-2 twin beds
Category
Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Bedroom Sets
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 88.19 in W 61.42 in D 21.26 in
French Art Nouveau Bedroom Set in Carved Walnut, Blooming Shrubs Theme
By Edouard Diot, Louis Majorelle
Located in L'Etang, FR
Superb set composed of two elements: one large wardrobe, one bed.
French Art Nouveau, Ecole de
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Bedroom Sets
Materials
Bronze
H 84.26 in W 68.51 in D 20.48 in
Art Nouveau bed, France, early 20th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Nouveau bed, France, early 20th century.
Very good condition, after professional renovation
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
Rare Art Nouveau Bed
Located in New Orleans, LA
This astounding Art Nouveau bed is a symphony of Belle Époque enchantment. Crafted of cast iron
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Iron
French Art Nouveau Bed
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A French Art Nouveau style bed in walnut with sinuous lines and finely-carved details, circa 1910
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Art Nouveau Bed MK184
Located in Wrexham, GB
Antique bed in black with Art Nouveau style castings.
This bed accepts a UK King size or US
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass, Iron
French 19th Century Art Nouveau Bed
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Brass finials adorn the four posts of this vintage French iron and brass bed. The finials are quite
Category
Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass
French Art Nouveau Bed by Gaillard
By Eugène Gaillard
Located in New York, NY
A French Art Nouveau mahogany bed with rosewood panels by Eugène Gaillard. This model was designed
Category
Antique 19th Century Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Mahogany, Rosewood
Antique Liberty London Art Nouveau Double Bed Frame in Lightly Burred Satinwood
By Liberty of London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime Liberty’s London Art Nouveau bed frame with
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20th Century English Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Satinwood
H 50.01 in W 55.52 in D 80.52 in
Art Nouveau Cream Metal Bed
Located in Wrexham, GB
A fine brass and iron bedstead dating from the early Twentieth Century with Art Nouveau inspired
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass, Iron, Steel
Double Art Nouveau Antique Bed - WD61
Located in Wrexham, GB
A fine double antique bed from in the Art Nouveau style from the north of England, circa 1910, with
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
French Art Nouveau Mahogany Full Size Bed
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Nouveau mahogany frame full size bed with burl elm panels and filigree whiplash carved
Category
20th Century French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Ash, Elm, Mahogany, Burl
Spectacular French Art Nouveau Brass King-Size Bed
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Spectacular French Art Nouveau brass king-size bed
This is a superb quality piece made in solid
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Art Nouveau Antique Bed in Burr Walnut, WK194
Located in Wrexham, GB
An attractive Art Nouveau French antique bed with shaped headboard and panels in burr walnut and
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Fruitwood, Walnut
Victorian Art Nouveau Four Poster Double Brass Bed
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
This very pretty Victorian bed it dates, circa 1880 it is has a charming brass head board, the Art
Category
Antique 1880s English Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass
Cream Antique Bed with Art Nouveau Decoration MK297
Located in Wrexham, GB
castings depicting Art Nouveau floral designs.
This bed accepts a UK king size or US queen size (5ft, 60in
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass, Iron
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Art Nouveau Beds For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of art nouveau beds for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and wood, all art nouveau beds available were constructed with great care. Art nouveau beds have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Art nouveau beds are generally popular furniture pieces, but Art Nouveau and Victorian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many art nouveau beds are appealing in their simplicity, but Abel Landry, Atelier Majorelle and Johann Lötz Witwe produced popular art nouveau beds that are worth a look.
How Much are Art Nouveau Beds?
Art nouveau beds can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,948, while the lowest priced sells for $795 and the highest can go for as much as $68,500.
Questions About Art Nouveau Beds
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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 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.
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