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Art Nouveau Around 1900 Bentwood Armchair
Art Nouveau Around 1900 Bentwood Armchair

Art Nouveau Around 1900 Bentwood Armchair

Located in Darmstadt, DE

very beautiful Art Nouveau fabric. The chair is reminiscent of Thonet chairs, but no label or stamp is

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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

White Art Nouveau Armchair by Marcel Kammerer, Early 20th Century, AT ca. 1908
White Art Nouveau Armchair by Marcel Kammerer, Early 20th Century, AT ca. 1908

White Art Nouveau Armchair by Marcel Kammerer, Early 20th Century, AT ca. 1908

By Marcel Kammerer

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

, extraordinary patterned Art Nouveau fabric in black, grey and yellow tones, made by the renowed company of

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

20th Century Art Nouveau Salon Suite With Brass Elements, Austria ca. 1910
20th Century Art Nouveau Salon Suite With Brass Elements, Austria ca. 1910

20th Century Art Nouveau Salon Suite With Brass Elements, Austria ca. 1910

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

well as the chairs has been newly upholstered with the a valuable original beige Art Nouveau fabric

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Living Room Sets

Materials

Brass

Art Nouveau Thonet Armchairs by Josef Hoffmann, White Lacquered, AT ca. 1905
Art Nouveau Thonet Armchairs by Josef Hoffmann, White Lacquered, AT ca. 1905

Art Nouveau Thonet Armchairs by Josef Hoffmann, White Lacquered, AT ca. 1905

By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

beautiful patterned grey/ green high quality Art Nouveau fabric coming from the wellknown company of

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Early 20th Century Austrian Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Art Nouveau Framed Jacquard Weave 1920s
Art Nouveau Framed Jacquard Weave 1920s

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

Materials

Fabric, Glass

Wine Cooler Art Nouveau WMF Fabric
Wine Cooler Art Nouveau WMF Fabric

Wine Cooler Art Nouveau WMF Fabric

$1,280Sale Price|20% Off

Wine Cooler Art Nouveau WMF Fabric

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Wine cooler Art nouveau WMF fabric origin Germany, circa 1915 perfect condition pewter and bronze

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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Wine Coolers

Materials

Pewter

Italian Art Nouveau period armchair in original fabric
Italian Art Nouveau period armchair in original fabric

Italian Art Nouveau period armchair in original fabric

Located in Milano, IT

Art Nouveau style. Behold the mesmerizing lines of the wooden frame, gracefully curving and weaving

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Art Nouveau design armchair with a luxurious light fabric upholstery
Art Nouveau design armchair with a luxurious light fabric upholstery

Art Nouveau design armchair with a luxurious light fabric upholstery

Located in Harderwijk, NL

beautiful design and very high quality. This beautiful Art Nouveau design armchair is no exception. The

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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Art nouveau chair
Art nouveau chair

Art nouveau chair

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Art nouveau chair with floral motif and brass leg endings. Professionally stained and repolished

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Antique Early 1900s Slovak Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Brass

Art Nouveau Coat Hanger
Art Nouveau Coat Hanger

Art Nouveau Coat Hanger

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Art Nouveau coat hanger.

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Antique Early 1900s Slovak Art Nouveau Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Three giltwood and fabric upholstered French Provincial meets Art Nouveau Corner
Three giltwood and fabric upholstered French Provincial meets Art Nouveau Corner

Three giltwood and fabric upholstered French Provincial meets Art Nouveau Corner

Located in Leesburg, VA

Provincial meets Art Nouveau style. Each chair features exquisite openwork back rests in the shape of

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Corner Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Giltwood

Art Nouveau design dining chair/side chair with red fabric upholstery
Art Nouveau design dining chair/side chair with red fabric upholstery

Art Nouveau design dining chair/side chair with red fabric upholstery

Located in Harderwijk, NL

with armrests. It has a beautiful wooden frame, and the seat is upholstered in a luxurious red fabric

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Early 2000s Classical Roman Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Art Nouveau Hungarian Chair in Walnut
Art Nouveau Hungarian Chair in Walnut

Art Nouveau Hungarian Chair in Walnut

Located in Houston, TX

velvety graphite fabric. Condition is very good, restored. Hungary, c. 1920s 23"w x 22"d x 33"h, seat

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Vintage 1920s Hungarian Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Art Nouveau Armchair, England circa 1900
Art Nouveau Armchair, England circa 1900

Art Nouveau Armchair, England circa 1900

Located in Culver City, CA

England, 1900 Elegant armchair with unique backrest and original upholstery. 27”w x 25”d x 50.5”d x 16”seat Ref. CHAIR1355 $ 5,800

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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of two Art Nouveau design dining chairs with red fabric upholstery
Set of two Art Nouveau design dining chairs with red fabric upholstery

Set of two Art Nouveau design dining chairs with red fabric upholstery

Located in Harderwijk, NL

luxurious red fabric. With years of responsible use, they have developed normal signs of wear. Structurally

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Early 2000s Classical Roman Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Art Nouveau Huge  Floor Lamp, 1910s
Art Nouveau Huge  Floor Lamp, 1910s

Art Nouveau Huge Floor Lamp, 1910s

Located in Praha, CZ

Big Art Nouveau floor lamp. An eye-catching piece with a beautiful patina and warm ambient light

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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Floor Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Art Nouveau Nautilus Spiral Iron Armchairs, a Pair
Vintage Art Nouveau Nautilus Spiral Iron Armchairs, a Pair

Vintage Art Nouveau Nautilus Spiral Iron Armchairs, a Pair

By Luigi Serafini

Located in Raymondville, TX

A vintage pair of art nouveau style nautilus spiral back wrought iron armchairs in the manner of

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Late 20th Century Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Italian Art Nouveau style desk and chair set
Italian Art Nouveau style desk and chair set

Italian Art Nouveau style desk and chair set

Located in Milano, IT

Italian Art Nouveau set from the early 1900s - Elegant carved wooden desk and chairs with floral

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Two Art Nouveau Oak Chairs, circa 1900
Set of Two Art Nouveau Oak Chairs, circa 1900

Set of Two Art Nouveau Oak Chairs, circa 1900

$1,924Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set of Two Art Nouveau Oak Chairs, circa 1900

Located in Darmstadt, DE

Elegant pair of Art Nouveau chairs crafted in solid oak around 1900. The chairs display the

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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Oak, Fabric

Josef Hoffmann Variation of Art Nouveau "Fledermaus" Sofa
Josef Hoffmann Variation of Art Nouveau "Fledermaus" Sofa

Josef Hoffmann Variation of Art Nouveau "Fledermaus" Sofa

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Praha, CZ

- Beech wood wooden Skelet carefully refurbished and finished in Shellac - Original upholstery in good original condition with some signs of use

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Mid-20th Century European Art Nouveau Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Eugene Gaillard Art Nouveau French Mahogany Upholstered Armchair
Eugene Gaillard Art Nouveau French Mahogany Upholstered Armchair

Eugene Gaillard Art Nouveau French Mahogany Upholstered Armchair

By Eugène Gaillard

Located in Queens, NY

French Art Nouveau mahogany armchair with a pierced fan form high back connected to curved arms

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany

German Art Nouveau Solid Oak Chair with New Upholstery, circa 1900
German Art Nouveau Solid Oak Chair with New Upholstery, circa 1900

German Art Nouveau Solid Oak Chair with New Upholstery, circa 1900

Located in Darmstadt, DE

seat has been newly upholstered using a fabric in keeping with the Art Nouveau character of the piece

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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Set of Six Designer Dining Chairs, Art Nouveau Style, 1980s
Set of Six Designer Dining Chairs, Art Nouveau Style, 1980s

Set of Six Designer Dining Chairs, Art Nouveau Style, 1980s

Located in Miami, FL

Set of Six Designer Dining Chairs, 1980s. Great quality chairs with a Modern Art Nouveau Style.

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Vintage 1980s American Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Art Nouveau Bentwood Armchair, Attributed to Thonet, circa 1900
Art Nouveau Bentwood Armchair, Attributed to Thonet, circa 1900

Art Nouveau Bentwood Armchair, Attributed to Thonet, circa 1900

By Thonet

Located in Darmstadt, DE

Art Nouveau bentwood armchair, circa 1900, attributed to Thonet. The chair displays the elegant

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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood, Fabric

German Art Nouveau Solid Oak Chair with New Upholstery, circa 1900
German Art Nouveau Solid Oak Chair with New Upholstery, circa 1900

German Art Nouveau Solid Oak Chair with New Upholstery, circa 1900

Located in Darmstadt, DE

This German Art Nouveau chair, crafted around 1900, is made from solid oak and has been

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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 4 Chairs
Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 4 Chairs

Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 4 Chairs

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Incredible Art Nouveau Game. 1 Sofa 2 Armchairs 4 chairs Material: Wood, reupholstered with

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Antique 1890s English Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

French Art Nouveau Living Room / Salon Five Piece Set
French Art Nouveau Living Room / Salon Five Piece Set

French Art Nouveau Living Room / Salon Five Piece Set

Located in Long Island City, NY

On Sale limited time...! French Art Nouveau Living Room Set comprises 5 pieces: 1 Loveseat (sofa

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Living Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Art Nouveau Solid Cherrywood Armchairs, circa 1905
Pair of Art Nouveau Solid Cherrywood Armchairs, circa 1905

Pair of Art Nouveau Solid Cherrywood Armchairs, circa 1905

Located in Darmstadt, DE

Elegant pair of Art Nouveau armchairs from around 1905, crafted from solid cherrywood with

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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Cherry, Fabric

Set of Eight Art Nouveau Style Aluminum Garden Dining Armchairs
Set of Eight Art Nouveau Style Aluminum Garden Dining Armchairs

Set of Eight Art Nouveau Style Aluminum Garden Dining Armchairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

nouveau style. All the chairs in the set have arms and newer fabric upholstery. From an estate in Napa

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20th Century American Art Nouveau Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Art Nouveau Settee by Gustav Siegel for J.J. Kohn, 1899
Art Nouveau Settee by Gustav Siegel for J.J. Kohn, 1899

Art Nouveau Settee by Gustav Siegel for J.J. Kohn, 1899

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Gustav Siegel

Located in Beograd, RS

. Kohn). It is a significant piece of Art Nouveau/Vienna Secession furniture. Settee is made from stained

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Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Settees

Materials

Brass

Josef Hoffmann Variation of Art Nouveau "Fledermaus" Armchair by Fischel
Josef Hoffmann Variation of Art Nouveau "Fledermaus" Armchair by Fischel

Josef Hoffmann Variation of Art Nouveau "Fledermaus" Armchair by Fischel

By Josef Hoffmann, Fischel

Located in Praha, CZ

- wooden parts made of beechwood has been refurbished and finished by shellac - original springs - needs to be reupholstered - made in Czechoslovakia - labeled by producer

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Antique 1890s Czech Art Nouveau Armchairs

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Fabric, Beech

Antique restored bentwood Art Nouveau room divider from the 19th century
Antique restored bentwood Art Nouveau room divider from the 19th century

Antique restored bentwood Art Nouveau room divider from the 19th century

Located in Harderwijk, NL

This antique bentwood Art Nouveau wooden room divider in Thonet style will be a true eye-catcher in

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Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

20th Century Art Nouveau Bentwood Bench, Newly Upholstered, Austria, circa 1910
20th Century Art Nouveau Bentwood Bench, Newly Upholstered, Austria, circa 1910

20th Century Art Nouveau Bentwood Bench, Newly Upholstered, Austria, circa 1910

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Great looking early 20th century Art Nouveau bentwood bench attributed to the renown company of

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Benches

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Early 20th Century, Set of 4 Danish Art Nouveau Dining Chairs, Burl & Velvet
Early 20th Century, Set of 4 Danish Art Nouveau Dining Chairs, Burl & Velvet

Early 20th Century, Set of 4 Danish Art Nouveau Dining Chairs, Burl & Velvet

Located in Odense, DK

, circa 1900–1915, a period closely associated with Danish Art Nouveau, also known as Skønvirke. The

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Velvet, Wood

Signed Marcel Debut French Art Nouveau Bronze Sculptural Lamp
Signed Marcel Debut French Art Nouveau Bronze Sculptural Lamp

Signed Marcel Debut French Art Nouveau Bronze Sculptural Lamp

By Marcel Debut

Located in Forney, TX

A rare and exceptional Art Nouveau period French bronze figural sculpture, converted to a table

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

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

Woven Cushion or Pillow in Art Nouveau Floral Vine Style, 20th Century
Woven Cushion or Pillow in Art Nouveau Floral Vine Style, 20th Century

Woven Cushion or Pillow in Art Nouveau Floral Vine Style, 20th Century

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very attractive woven tapestry pillow or cushion with an Art Nouveau style floral design

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20th Century English Art Nouveau Pillows and Throws

Materials

Fabric

Art Nouveau Thonet Bentwood Seating/ Salon Suite by M. Kammerer, AT, ca. 1910
Art Nouveau Thonet Bentwood Seating/ Salon Suite by M. Kammerer, AT, ca. 1910

Art Nouveau Thonet Bentwood Seating/ Salon Suite by M. Kammerer, AT, ca. 1910

By Marcel Kammerer, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Exceptional Art Nouveau bentwood seating set/ salon suite by THONET, designed by none other than

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Living Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

20th Century Art Nouveau "Fledermaus" Bentwood Seating Set by Kohn, AT ca. 1907
20th Century Art Nouveau "Fledermaus" Bentwood Seating Set by Kohn, AT ca. 1907

20th Century Art Nouveau "Fledermaus" Bentwood Seating Set by Kohn, AT ca. 1907

By Josef Hoffmann, Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Lovely early 20th century Art Nouveau bentwood seating set designed by the world renowed Austrian

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Benches

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

20th Century Art Nouveau Black Armchair, School Of Josef Hoffmann, AT ca. 1910
20th Century Art Nouveau Black Armchair, School Of Josef Hoffmann, AT ca. 1910

20th Century Art Nouveau Black Armchair, School Of Josef Hoffmann, AT ca. 1910

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

around 1910 in Austria. This rare, architectural Art Nouveau armchair - attributed to the school of Josef

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Monumental Art Nouveau Table Lamp probably by Reinhold Kirsch Germany 1900s
Monumental Art Nouveau Table Lamp probably by Reinhold Kirsch Germany 1900s

Monumental Art Nouveau Table Lamp probably by Reinhold Kirsch Germany 1900s

By Josef Hoffmann, Adolf Loos, Henry van de Velde

Located in Munich, DE

Monumental Art Nouveau table lamp. Original from early 1900s. Designed probably by German Art

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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Iron

Art Nouveau salon set of 3, 2 armchairs and 1 chair, France, Circa 1900
Art Nouveau salon set of 3, 2 armchairs and 1 chair, France, Circa 1900

Art Nouveau salon set of 3, 2 armchairs and 1 chair, France, Circa 1900

By Eugène Gaillard

Located in VÉZELAY, FR

, the art nouveau style fabric is not antique, it dates from the 1990s-2000s.

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Living Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of 2 luxury Art Nouveau design Schuitema dining chairs with amazing details
Set of 2 luxury Art Nouveau design Schuitema dining chairs with amazing details

Set of 2 luxury Art Nouveau design Schuitema dining chairs with amazing details

By Paul Schuitema

Located in Harderwijk, NL

This beautiful set of 2 luxury Art Nouveau dining chairs from the renowned Dutch brand Schuitema is

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Art Nouveau Armchair in Solid Oak and Floral Upholstery, Belgium ca 1900
Antique Art Nouveau Armchair in Solid Oak and Floral Upholstery, Belgium ca 1900

Antique Art Nouveau Armchair in Solid Oak and Floral Upholstery, Belgium ca 1900

Located in Aartselaar, BE

craftsmanship, blending the clean geometry of the Arts and Crafts movement with the organic lines of Art Nouveau

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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Armchairs

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Wood, Oak, Fabric

Art Nouveau Table Lamp in Patinated Brass with Plissé Shade
Art Nouveau Table Lamp in Patinated Brass with Plissé Shade

Art Nouveau Table Lamp in Patinated Brass with Plissé Shade

Located in Tilburg, NL

Art Nouveau table lamp in Patinated Brass with Plissé Shade. Early 20th century. Wonderful art

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1900s Italy Pair of Bedroom Armchairs Art Nouveau with Stool Hand-Carved Walnut
1900s Italy Pair of Bedroom Armchairs Art Nouveau with Stool Hand-Carved Walnut

1900s Italy Pair of Bedroom Armchairs Art Nouveau with Stool Hand-Carved Walnut

By Carlo Zen

Located in Vigonza, Padua

1900s Italy budoir, pair of bedroom armchairs Art Nouveau with stool in hand-carved walnut

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Bedroom Sets

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Fabric, Walnut

20th Century Art Nouveau Two Seat Sofa, School Of J. Hoffmann, AT ca. 1910
20th Century Art Nouveau Two Seat Sofa, School Of J. Hoffmann, AT ca. 1910

20th Century Art Nouveau Two Seat Sofa, School Of J. Hoffmann, AT ca. 1910

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

secession" period around 1910 in Austria. This rare, architectural Art Nouveau two seat sofa - attributed to

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Sofas

Materials

Brass

1920s Danish Art Nouveau High Sculptural Desk Table Lamp of Patinated Bronze
1920s Danish Art Nouveau High Sculptural Desk Table Lamp of Patinated Bronze

1920s Danish Art Nouveau High Sculptural Desk Table Lamp of Patinated Bronze

By Just Andersen

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Monumental and impressive high Art Nouveau table lamp in the style of the danish designer Just

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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Set of Art nouveau style chairs by Medea , Italy
Set of Art nouveau style chairs by Medea , Italy

Set of Art nouveau style chairs by Medea , Italy

Located in Miami, FL

Set of art nouveau style 4 chairs and 2 armchairs in walnut made by the high end Italian maker

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1990s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Art Nouveau Adjustable Floor Lamp with Ombré Fringe Shade and Tassel Pull
Art Nouveau Adjustable Floor Lamp with Ombré Fringe Shade and Tassel Pull

Art Nouveau Adjustable Floor Lamp with Ombré Fringe Shade and Tassel Pull

By Bradley & Hubbard

Located in Morristown, NJ

Art Nouveau Adjustable Floor Lamp with Ombré Fringe Shade and Tassel Pull. Attributed to Bradley

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Antique Early 19th Century American Art Nouveau Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Danish Thorvald Bindesbøll High Art Nouveau Table Lamp 1890s Patinated Bronze
Danish Thorvald Bindesbøll High Art Nouveau Table Lamp 1890s Patinated Bronze

Danish Thorvald Bindesbøll High Art Nouveau Table Lamp 1890s Patinated Bronze

By Thorvald Bindesbøll, Tvermoes & Abrahamson

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Rare and high Art Nouveau table lamp designed in late 19th century by the Danish architect and

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Antique Late 19th Century Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

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Art Nouveau Fabric For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of art nouveau fabric available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wood and metal, every item from our selection of art nouveau fabric was constructed with great care. There are 403 variations of the antique or vintage choice in our collection of art nouveau fabric you’re looking for, while we also have 5 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the object in our assortment of art nouveau fabric you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An option in this array of art nouveau fabric, designed in the Art Nouveau, Art Deco or Arts and Crafts style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Josef Hoffmann, Jacob and Josef Kohn and Thonet each produced at least one beautiful piece of art nouveau fabric that is worth considering.

How Much is a Art Nouveau Fabric?

Prices for a piece of art nouveau fabric start at $1 and top out at $350,000 with the average selling for $2,959.

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 Fabric
  • 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

    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 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 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 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.