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Art Nouveau Carved Paper Basket/Umbrella Stand
Art Nouveau Carved Paper Basket/Umbrella Stand

Art Nouveau Carved Paper Basket/Umbrella Stand

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Art nouveau carved paper basket in very good original condition.

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Umbrella Stands

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Pair of Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Carved Wood Armchairs
Beautiful Pair of Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Carved Wood Armchairs

Beautiful Pair of Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Carved Wood Armchairs

Located in Long Island City, NY

A Beautiful Pair of Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Carved Wood Arm Chairs High backs with high

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Art Deco /Art Nouveau Carved Alabaster Elephant Lamp, circa 1920s-1930s
Art Deco /Art Nouveau Carved Alabaster Elephant Lamp, circa 1920s-1930s

Art Deco /Art Nouveau Carved Alabaster Elephant Lamp, circa 1920s-1930s

Located in Bernville, PA

Art Deco / Art Nouveau carved alabaster elephant lamp circa 1920-1930s. When illuminated the lamp

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Vintage 1920s North American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

Italian Art Nouveau Carved Walnut Credenza Buffet, Vittorio Valabrega
Italian Art Nouveau Carved Walnut Credenza Buffet, Vittorio Valabrega

Italian Art Nouveau Carved Walnut Credenza Buffet, Vittorio Valabrega

By Vittorio Valabrega

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fine and large Italian 19th-20th century Art Nouveau carved walnut credenza buffet server by

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Credenzas

Materials

Marble, Silver Plate

Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Box
Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Box

Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Box

Located in Queens, NY

Art Nouveau wood oblong shaped box with etched floral design.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes

Art Nouveau Carved Teak Swing
Art Nouveau Carved Teak Swing

Art Nouveau Carved Teak Swing

Located in Queens, NY

Art Nouveau (Indian style) carved teak wood filigree swing with open butterfly design side supports

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Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Benches

Materials

Porcelain, Teak

Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Box
Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Box

Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Box

Located in Queens, NY

Art Nouveau wood oblong shaped box with etched floral design.  

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20th Century Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

A Rare Art Nouveau Carved Secret Safe Book This is a very attractive piece
A Rare Art Nouveau Carved Secret Safe Book This is a very attractive piece

A Rare Art Nouveau Carved Secret Safe Book This is a very attractive piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Rare Art Nouveau Carved Secret Safe Book This is a very attractive piece, carved in walnut and

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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes

Materials

Walnut

Art Nouveau Carved Walnut  inlaid & glazed Salon Cabinet by Louis Majorelle
Art Nouveau Carved Walnut  inlaid & glazed Salon Cabinet by Louis Majorelle

Art Nouveau Carved Walnut inlaid & glazed Salon Cabinet by Louis Majorelle

By Louis Majorelle

Located in London, GB

Louis Majorelle (1859-1926), an Art Nouveau carved walnut, inlaid and glazed salon cabinet, with

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Italian Art Nouveau Carved Walnut Buffet Server, Vittorio Valabrega ‘1861-1952’
Italian Art Nouveau Carved Walnut Buffet Server, Vittorio Valabrega ‘1861-1952’

Italian Art Nouveau Carved Walnut Buffet Server, Vittorio Valabrega ‘1861-1952’

By Vittorio Valabrega

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fine Italian 19th-20th century Art Nouveau carved walnut buffet server by Vittorio Valabrega

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Buffets

Materials

Marble, Silver Plate

Art Nouveau Carved Wood Pedestal / Plant Stand
Art Nouveau Carved Wood Pedestal / Plant Stand

Art Nouveau Carved Wood Pedestal / Plant Stand

By Louis Majorelle

Located in New York, NY

Art Nouveau three-tier carved wood plant stand or pedestal table. France, dating from 1890 to

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Pedestals

Materials

Wood

French Art Nouveau Carved Walnut Side Chairs
French Art Nouveau Carved Walnut Side Chairs

French Art Nouveau Carved Walnut Side Chairs

Located in Vienna, AT

Solid walnut wood construction, upholstered seat. Made in France in 1900-1905. New upholstery on request possible. Delivery time 2-3 weeks. Two pieces available.

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Art Nouveau Carved Corners Around, 1900
Pair of Art Nouveau Carved Corners Around, 1900

Pair of Art Nouveau Carved Corners Around, 1900

Located in Marseille, FR

Pair of carved Art Nouveau corner cupboards circa 1900 decorated with flowers and openwork edges

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Antique 19th Century Art Nouveau Corner Cupboards

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Italian Liberty, Art Nouveau Carved Walnut Mirrors
Pair of Italian Liberty, Art Nouveau Carved Walnut Mirrors

Pair of Italian Liberty, Art Nouveau Carved Walnut Mirrors

Located in Milano, IT

—Italy’s interpretation of Art Nouveau—through a sculptural vocabulary of sinuous vegetal motifs and fluid

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Vintage 1910s Italian Art Nouveau Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Plant Stand with Pierced Stretcher
Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Plant Stand with Pierced Stretcher

Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Plant Stand with Pierced Stretcher

Located in Southall, GB

A graceful early 20th-century Art Nouveau plant stand crafted entirely from wood. This tall and

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20th Century European Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Carved Gilt Wood Mirror
19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Carved Gilt Wood Mirror

19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Carved Gilt Wood Mirror

Located in Firenze, IT

This exquisite 19th century Italian Art Nouveau antique wall mirror boasts exuberant and

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique English Art Nouveau Carved Oak Mirrored Armoire, Circa 1920s
Antique English Art Nouveau Carved Oak Mirrored Armoire, Circa 1920s

Antique English Art Nouveau Carved Oak Mirrored Armoire, Circa 1920s

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique English Art Nouveau or Art Deco armoire dresser or wardrobe England, Circa

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Vintage 1920s English Art Nouveau Cabinets

Materials

Mirror, Oak

Art Nouveau Carved Wood triangular Side Table, France ca. 1915
Art Nouveau Carved Wood triangular Side Table, France ca. 1915

Art Nouveau Carved Wood triangular Side Table, France ca. 1915

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 1915 / side table / wood / Art Nouveau A striking French Art Nouveau side table dating to

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Vintage 1910s Side Tables

Materials

Wood

French Style Art Nouveau Carved Oak Mantel with Gold Acanthus Leaves
French Style Art Nouveau Carved Oak Mantel with Gold Acanthus Leaves

French Style Art Nouveau Carved Oak Mantel with Gold Acanthus Leaves

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Beautiful French style carved oak mantel in the Art Nouveau genre, with lovely gold applique of

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Vintage 1920s American Art Nouveau Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Ormolu

Art Nouveau Carved Nightstands / Bedside Tables with Marble Top, circa 1900
Art Nouveau Carved Nightstands / Bedside Tables with Marble Top, circa 1900

Art Nouveau Carved Nightstands / Bedside Tables with Marble Top, circa 1900

Located in Miami, FL

" graduate these stunning, very pure Art Nouveau pieces are part of a bedroom set that we also have to offer

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Night Stands

Materials

Marble, Bronze

American High Victorian Art Nouveau Carved Peacock Form Side Chair
American High Victorian Art Nouveau Carved Peacock Form Side Chair

American High Victorian Art Nouveau Carved Peacock Form Side Chair

Located in Atlanta, GA

American, early 20th century. Offered is a truly spectacular example of American Art Nouveau

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Early 20th Century American High Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

English Art Nouveau Carved Wood Pipe Depicting an Erotic Composition, Ca. 1900
English Art Nouveau Carved Wood Pipe Depicting an Erotic Composition, Ca. 1900

English Art Nouveau Carved Wood Pipe Depicting an Erotic Composition, Ca. 1900

By Josef Niedermoser

Located in New York, NY

Art Nouveau Tobacco Smoking Pipe Erotic Composition England, Circa 1900 DIMENSIONS Length: 6.5

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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Fruitwood

French Art Nouveau Carved Wood l Mantle Wall Mirror Glass Embossed
French Art Nouveau Carved Wood l Mantle Wall Mirror Glass Embossed

French Art Nouveau Carved Wood l Mantle Wall Mirror Glass Embossed

Located in Miami, FL

Art Nouveau Wood Mantle Wall Mirror Glass Embossed . A superb handcrafted late 19th century period

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Mid-20th Century French Art Nouveau Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Antique French Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Box with Cherry Decor ca. 1900
Antique French Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Box with Cherry Decor ca. 1900

Antique French Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Box with Cherry Decor ca. 1900

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This exquisite Art Nouveau wooden box features a beautifully carved cherry motif on its lid

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Picture Frame with Klimt Print of "The Kiss"
Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Picture Frame with Klimt Print of "The Kiss"

Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Picture Frame with Klimt Print of "The Kiss"

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning Art Nouveau intricately carved dark wood frame. In original "as is" condition with minor

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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Picture Frames

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Carved and Painted Wooden Bed, Floral Theme: Poppies, France, 1900
Art Nouveau Carved and Painted Wooden Bed, Floral Theme: Poppies, France, 1900

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

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood, Paint, Oak

Antique Art Nouveau Carved Wood and Glass Side Table, Ornate Accent Piece
Antique Art Nouveau Carved Wood and Glass Side Table, Ornate Accent Piece

Antique Art Nouveau Carved Wood and Glass Side Table, Ornate Accent Piece

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

sophistication to any living space. The intricate details and carved accents on the wooden base make it a unique

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass, Wood

Art Nouveau Wall Cabinet
Art Nouveau Wall Cabinet

Art Nouveau Wall Cabinet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Art nouveau carved wall cabinet in excellent original condition.

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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Shelves

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Secessionist Carved Burr Walnut Wood Wall Hanging 1900
Art Nouveau Secessionist Carved Burr Walnut Wood Wall Hanging 1900

Art Nouveau Secessionist Carved Burr Walnut Wood Wall Hanging 1900

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

Wonderful Art Nouveau carved wall panel. Made from solid Walnut and veneered with Burr Walnut

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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Decorative Art

Materials

Walnut

Set of 8 Belgian Art Nouveau Leather Chairs
Set of 8 Belgian Art Nouveau Leather Chairs

Set of 8 Belgian Art Nouveau Leather Chairs

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 8 Belgian Art Nouveau carved oak chairs with floral embossed leather upholstered seat and

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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Large Art Nouveau Swedish Grace Carved Alabaster Pendant, 1920s
Large Art Nouveau Swedish Grace Carved Alabaster Pendant, 1920s

Large Art Nouveau Swedish Grace Carved Alabaster Pendant, 1920s

Located in Värmdö, SE

Large Swedish Grace, Art Nouveau Carved Alabaster Pendant, 1920´s. A very large and finely carved

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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster

Carved Giltwood Art Nouveau Mirror in Small Scale
Carved Giltwood Art Nouveau Mirror in Small Scale

Carved Giltwood Art Nouveau Mirror in Small Scale

Located in Barcelona, ES

crest. Carved wood, covered with gesso, 24-karat gold leaf finishing. This small sized Art Nouveau

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20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Wall Mirrors

Materials

Gold Leaf

French Art Nouveau Giltwood Mirror
French Art Nouveau Giltwood Mirror

French Art Nouveau Giltwood Mirror

Located in Montreal, QC

Rare French Art Nouveau carved and gilt wood mirror , "Ecole de Nancy" . This mirror is from the

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Kaleidascope
Art Nouveau Kaleidascope

Art Nouveau Kaleidascope

By Maison de l'Art Nouveau

Located in Glasgow, GB

This is a very unusual piece from the Early 20th Century Art Nouveau period. A Kalaidescope in full

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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Teak

Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau "Ombellifères" Settee and Side Chairs
Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau "Ombellifères" Settee and Side Chairs

Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau "Ombellifères" Settee and Side Chairs

By Louis Majorelle

Located in New York, NY

A French Art Nouveau carved wood "Ombellifères" suite, consisting of two armchairs and a settee, by

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Settees

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Libertys London Style Art Nouveau Chesterfield Brown Leather Armchairs
Pair of Libertys London Style Art Nouveau Chesterfield Brown Leather Armchairs

Pair of Libertys London Style Art Nouveau Chesterfield Brown Leather Armchairs

By Liberty of London, Liberty & Co., Archibald Knox

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

armchairs with Liberty’s of London style Art Nouveau carved frames What a pair of chairs!!! I have never

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Antique 19th Century English Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Fine Carved Wood Box with Morning Glories
Fine Carved Wood Box with Morning Glories

Fine Carved Wood Box with Morning Glories

By Maison de l'Art Nouveau

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This box is a real treasure! Completely had carved from walnut the detail in the flowers and leaves

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes

Materials

Walnut

Art Nouveau-Style Carved Wooden Wall Shelf
Art Nouveau-Style Carved Wooden Wall Shelf

Art Nouveau-Style Carved Wooden Wall Shelf

Located in Queens, NY

Art Nouveau style carved wooden wall shelf.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Art Nouveau Fruitwood Bat Plaque by Gabriel Viardot
Art Nouveau Fruitwood Bat Plaque by Gabriel Viardot

Art Nouveau Fruitwood Bat Plaque by Gabriel Viardot

By Gabriel Viardot

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its cost effectiveness, full insurance coverage, and reliable handling. While standard parcel services are an option, the defau...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Art

Materials

Fruitwood

Carved Walnut Art Nouveau French Corner Chair
Carved Walnut Art Nouveau French Corner Chair

Carved Walnut Art Nouveau French Corner Chair

By J. Horner

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very fine carved walnut French Art Nouveau corner lounge chair.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Corner Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Art Nouveau American Carved Walnut Bowl
Art Nouveau American Carved Walnut Bowl

Art Nouveau American Carved Walnut Bowl

Located in Dallas, TX

Presenting a beautiful Art Nouveau Era, American carved walnut bowl from circa 1910. Beautiful

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Large Art Nouveau Style Wall Ornaments, 20th c. French
Pair of Large Art Nouveau Style Wall Ornaments, 20th c. French

Pair of Large Art Nouveau Style Wall Ornaments, 20th c. French

Located in El Monte, CA

This pair of Art Nouveau Style hand-carved wood ornaments feature a highly detailed and flowing

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Tapestry, Wood

Hand Carved Walnut Art Nouveau Armchairs, circa 1920
Hand Carved Walnut Art Nouveau Armchairs, circa 1920

Hand Carved Walnut Art Nouveau Armchairs, circa 1920

By Otto Prutscher

Located in Lucenec, SK

Fully restored large Art Nouveau armchairs in Otto Prutscher style. Hand carved walnut and new

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Art Nouveau Period Desk Chair in Carved Wood, Circa 1900.
Art Nouveau Period Desk Chair in Carved Wood, Circa 1900.

Art Nouveau Period Desk Chair in Carved Wood, Circa 1900.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Art Nouveau period desk chair in carved wood, circa 1900. Carved wood Art Nouveau period desk

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Wood

Round art nouveau coffee table with carved top
Round art nouveau coffee table with carved top

Round art nouveau coffee table with carved top

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Round art nouveau table with carved top in nice original vintage condition.

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Antique Early 1900s Slovak Art Nouveau Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Carved Wood and Transparent Marble Light Covers, Art of Asia.
Pair of Carved Wood and Transparent Marble Light Covers, Art of Asia.

Pair of Carved Wood and Transparent Marble Light Covers, Art of Asia.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of carved wood and transparent marble light covers, Art of Asia, 19th century. A pair of

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Furniture

Materials

Marble

Art Nouveau / Jugendstil Desk, Carved Wood, Germany, Circa 1910
Art Nouveau / Jugendstil Desk, Carved Wood, Germany, Circa 1910

Art Nouveau / Jugendstil Desk, Carved Wood, Germany, Circa 1910

Located in VÉZELAY, FR

Features: Style: Art Nouveau / Jugendstil Material: Carved wood Origin: Germany, circa 1910

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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Carved Art Nouveau Walnut Side Board or Buffet
Carved Art Nouveau Walnut Side Board or Buffet

Carved Art Nouveau Walnut Side Board or Buffet

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Carved Art Nouveau Walnut Side Board or Buffet  The buffet has a slightly bow fronted counter top

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Antique 1880s Art Nouveau Buffets

Materials

Walnut

Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau Marquetry And Carved Desk Table
Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau Marquetry And Carved Desk Table

Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau Marquetry And Carved Desk Table

By Louis Majorelle

Located in Dallas, TX

Inches wide x 25.5 inches deep (77 x 89 x 65 cm) Literature Louis Majorelle, MASTER OF ART NOUVEAU

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Fruitwood

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Art Nouveau Carved For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the art nouveau carved you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, glass and walnut, every art nouveau carved was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for an art nouveau carved, we have 720 options in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer art nouveau carved, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An art nouveau carved, designed in the Art Nouveau, Art Deco or Baroque style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Emile Gallé, Louis Majorelle and Daum each produced at least one beautiful art nouveau carved that is worth considering.

How Much is a Art Nouveau Carved?

Prices for an art nouveau carved start at $61 and top out at $295,000 with the average selling for $3,456.

A Close Look at Art Nouveau Furniture

In its sinuous lines and flamboyant curves inspired by the natural world, antique Art Nouveau furniture reflects a desire for freedom from the stuffy social and artistic strictures of the Victorian era. The Art Nouveau movement developed in the decorative arts in France and Britain in the early 1880s and quickly became a dominant aesthetic style in Western Europe and the United States.

ORIGINS OF ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGN

  • 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 
  • Use of hardwoods such as oak, mahogany and rosewood

ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ANTIQUE ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

Art Nouveau — which spanned furniture, architecture, jewelry and graphic design — can be easily identified by its lush, flowing forms suggested by flowers and plants, as well as the lissome tendrils of sea life. Although Art Deco and Art Nouveau were both in the forefront of turn-of-the-20th-century design, they are very different styles — Art Deco is marked by bold, geometric shapes while Art Nouveau incorporates dreamlike, floral motifs. The latter’s signature motif is the "whiplash" curve — a deep, narrow, dynamic parabola that appears as an element in everything from chair arms to cabinetry and mirror frames.

The visual vocabulary of Art Nouveau was particularly influenced by the soft colors and abstract images of nature seen 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 Japonisme — a term used to describe the appetite for Japanese art and culture in Europe at the time — greatly informed Art Nouveau. 

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 variants.

In Scotland, the architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh developed a singular, restrained look based on scale rather than ornament; a style best known from his narrow chairs with exceedingly tall backs, designed for Glasgow tea rooms. Meanwhile in France, Hector Guimard — whose iconic 1896 entry arches for the Paris Metro are still in use — and Louis Majorelle produced chairs, desks, bed frames and cabinets with sweeping lines and rich veneers. 

The Art Nouveau movement was known as Jugendstil ("Youth Style") in Germany, and in Austria the designers of the Vienna Secession group — notably Koloman Moser, Josef Hoffmann and Joseph Maria Olbrich — produced a relatively austere iteration of the Art Nouveau style, which mixed curving and geometric elements.

Art Nouveau revitalized all of the applied arts. Ceramists such as Ernest Chaplet and Edmond Lachenal created new forms covered in novel and rediscovered glazes that produced thick, foam-like finishes. Bold vases, bowls and lighting designs in acid-etched and marquetry cameo glass by Émile Gallé and the Daum Freres appeared in France, while in New York the glass workshop-cum-laboratory of Louis Comfort Tiffany — the core of what eventually became a multimedia decorative-arts manufactory called Tiffany Studios — brought out buoyant pieces in opalescent favrile glass. 

Jewelry design was revolutionized, as settings, for the first time, were emphasized as much as, or more than, gemstones. A favorite Art Nouveau jewelry motif was insects (think of Tiffany, in his famed Dragonflies glass lampshade).

Like a mayfly, Art Nouveau was short-lived. The sensuous, languorous style fell out of favor early in the 20th century, deemed perhaps too light and insubstantial for European tastes in the aftermath of World War I. But as the designs on 1stDibs demonstrate, Art Nouveau retains its power to fascinate and seduce.

There are ways to tastefully integrate a touch of Art Nouveau into even the most modern interior — browse an extraordinary collection of original antique Art Nouveau furniture on 1stDibs, which includes decorative objects, seating, tables, garden elements and more.

Questions About Art Nouveau Carved
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    Art 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 ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Art 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

    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.

  • 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.
  • 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, 2024
    To 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 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.
  • 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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What carved wood art is called depends on the type of piece. Three-dimensional pieces created by hand-carving wood are whittlings, while carvings into a flat piece of wood are reliefs. Shop a collection of wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.