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Giant german Art Nouveau fish fork
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
This havy and large piece was made in the early 20th century in the style of Art Nouveau with some
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Brass
Danish Art Nouveau Fish Ash Tray / Bowl by Axel Sorensen for P. Ipsens Enke
By P. Ipsens Enke
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Art Nouveau fish ash tray / bowl designed by Axel Sørensen in 1927 for P. Ipsens Enke.
The
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Art Nouveau Fish Vase by Matheus Pettersson & Nils Emil Lundström for Rörstrand
By Rörstrand, Nils Emil Lundström
Located in Chicago, US
Swedish Rörstrand porcelain factory created some of the most beautiful decorative objects of the Art
Category
Antique Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Porcelain
H 10.4 in W 5 in D 5 in
Art Nouveau 800 Silver Fish Servers Serving Set Fork & Knife Vintage, Sweden
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful Art Nouveau fish servers serving set of a fork & knife, vintage Sweden. These serving
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20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver Plate
H 9.63 in W 1.25 in D 0.5 in
Art Nouveau Letter Opener, Fish
Located in Greven, DE
Antique Letter Opener with Fish.
So beautiful, very nice condition!
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers
Materials
Brass
Royal Copenhagen Art Nouveau Vase Decorated with Fish
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen Art Nouveau vase decorated with fish.
Measures 22 cm. Marked.
1st factory
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20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Porcelain
Art Nouveau Pisces Fish Brooch of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This antique 18k gold brooch (circa 1900) features a pair of koi fish accented with old European
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Pisces-The Fish
By Eugène Grasset
Located in Fairlawn, OH
, proof (as here) or calendar page
The first and only edition of Grasset's lovely Art Nouveau Calendar
Category
1880s Art Nouveau Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
Art Nouveau Scorpion Fish Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet
By Alfred Daguet
Located in Chicago, US
was located at 22 rue de Provence, just above Siegfried Bing’s influential L’Art Nouveau boutique. It
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Materials
Enamel, Steel
Art Nouveau German Sterling Fantasy Fish Motif Oil Lamp/Cigar Lighter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Nouveau German Sterling Fantasy Fish Motif Oil Lamp/Cigar Lighter
German, Late 19th Century
Category
Antique Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Porcelain Vase Decorated with Two Handles in the Shape of Fish
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Art Nouveau porcelain vase decorated with two handles in the shape of fish.
Stamped Rorstrand
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20th Century Art Nouveau Porcelain
Art Nouveau Circular Repoussé Box with Scorpion Fish by Alfred Daguet
By Alfred Daguet
Located in Chicago, US
was located at 22 rue de Provence, just above Siegfried Bing’s influential L’Art Nouveau boutique. It
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Materials
Enamel, Brass
Dolphin Fish Metal Bronze Door Stop, Art Nouveau Vintage European 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
the mythological Gods to mind. Fish itself is approx. 16.5" high. Perfect for a beachfront or coastal
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Vintage 1920s German Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Antique Art Nouveau Mythical Fish Chainmail Purse 1900s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An antique Chainmail Purse from the Art Nouveau era. Chainmail purses were de rigueur during this
Category
Early 1900s Evening Bags and Minaudières
Antique German Art Nouveau .800 Silver 12 Piece Fish Flatware Serving Set
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Germany and date to approximately 1900 and done in the period Art Nouveau style. The pieces are comosed of
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Silver
Art Nouveau Wellner Chrome Fish Flatware Set, German, 12 Pieces for Six Persons
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful Art Nouveau flatware set of 6 knife and 6 forks. A total of 12 pieces, made by Wellner
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20th Century German Art Nouveau Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Chrome
1960 Vintage Art Nouveau Tapestry Abstract Fish Handwoven 2x4
Located in New York, NY
1960 Vintage Art Nouveau Tapestry Abstract Fish Handwoven 2x4
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Vintage 1950s French Baroque Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Set for two butter box dish & two plates, fish, Art Nouveau ceramic 1910 Austria
Located in Wien, AT
, glazed and hand painted, of the Art Nouveau period, made around 1910, in Austria.
The set is
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
H 4.13 in W 8.66 in D 5.91 in
Art Nouveau Vase with Exotic Fish by Eduard Stellmacher for RStK Amphora
By Eduard Stellmacher, Reissner Stellmacher & Kessel
Located in Chicago, US
Model #4598. Hard Earthenware. Riessner, Stellmacher and Kessel (RSt&K), consistently marked pieces with the tradename “Amphora” by the late 1890s and became known by that name. The ...
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Earthenware
1960 Vintage Art Nouveau Tapestry Abstract Fish Handwoven 2x4
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Tapestry Kelim Flatwoven Handwoven 2x4 1'10" x 4'3" 56cm x 130cm
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Baroque Tapestries
Materials
Wool
1920's Danish Art Nouveau Handcrafted Fish and Salamander Bowls by Ipsens Enke
By P. Ipsens Enke
Located in Knebel, DK
1920's Danish Art Nouveau Handcrafted Fish and Salamander Bowls by P. Ipsens Enke
The handcrafted
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
"Nude with Fish, " Rare, Art Nouveau Porcelain Sculpture for Crown Prince Wilhelm
By KPM Porcelain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare and striking, this porcelain sculpture depicting a nude Japanese male figure carrying a fish
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Vintage 1940s German Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
H 10.25 in W 2.5 in D 5 in
Rare Art Deco Royal Copenhagen Fish Dish Number 1139
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in London, GB
A nice quality Royal Copenhagen tray with an Eel fish decoration.
This is painted in lovely subtle
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Antique Early 1900s Scandinavian Art Nouveau Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
William Leonard Baron Art Pottery Sgraffito Glazed Fish Vase
By William Baron
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish and decorative Devon art pottery vase decorated in sgraffito with a fish swimming amidst
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Antique 1890s English Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Earthenware
Doulton Lambeth Art Pottery Vase with Fish by Maud Bowden
By Doulton Lambeth
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish Doulton Lambeth Art Pottery vase decorated with fish by highly renowned artist Maud
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20th Century English Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Stoneware
Georg Jensen Lily of the Valley Silver, Fish Knife and Fish Fork
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Lily of the valley silver, fish knife and fish fork.
Measures: Fish knife 21 cm.
In
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Vintage 1910s Danish Art Nouveau Tableware
Antique Venetian Murano Red Gold Flecks Fish Stem Italian Art Glass Vase
By Fratelli Toso, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Nouveau, Art Deco era. Measures 6 3/4" tall x 2 3/4" wide at the base.
Literature:
Venetian glass
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Gold Leaf
Danish Frigast Sterling Silver Fish Serving Set
By Frigast
Located in Hellerup, DK
the serving parts.
Additional Information:
Material: Sterling Silver
Style: Art Nouveau
Hallmarks
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
French Majolica Fish Pitcher, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica pitcher with large fish, aquatic plants, fish handle, circa 1920.
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Antique Venetian Murano Blue Pink Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Fish Shaped Vase
By Fratelli Toso, Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, antique, early Venetian / Murano hand blown blue to pink and gold flecks Italian art
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Gold Leaf
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Continental Fish Knife 062
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
Jensen from 1906.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
Styles: Art Nouveau
Hallmarks
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Continental Fish Fork 061
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
from 1906.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
Styles: Art Nouveau
Hallmarks: Vintage
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Akkeleje Sterling Silver Fish Knife 062
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
silver
Styles: Art Nouveau
Hallmarks: Hallmarks: With period Georg Jensen hallmark, and Danish assay
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Akkeleje Sterling Silver Fish Fork 061
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
silver
Styles: Art Nouveau
Hallmarks: With period Georg Jensen hallmark, and Danish assay marks for 1924
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Beaded Sterling Silver Fish Knife 062
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
Styles: Art Nouveau
Hallmarks: Georg Jensen sterling
Category
20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Acanthus Sterling Silver Fish Fork 061
By Johan Rohde
Located in Hellerup, DK
Johan Rohde from 1917.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
Styles: Art Nouveau
Hallmarks
Category
20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Acorn Fish Fork 061
By Johan Rohde
Located in Hellerup, DK
from 1915.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
Styles: Art Nouveau
Hallmarks: With Georg
Category
20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Blossom Sterling Silver Fish Slice 533
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
#84 by Georg Jensen from 1919.
Additional Information:
Material: Sterling Silver
Style: Art Nouveau
Category
20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Akkeleje Sterling Silver Fish Serving Set 231
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
chased fish decoration.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
Style: Art Nouveau
Hallmarks
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
New Georg Jensen Acorn Sterling Silver Fish Serving Set
By Johan Rohde
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen fish serving set in the Acorn pattern, design #62 by Johan Rohde
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
New Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Acorn Fish Fork 061
By Johan Rohde
Located in Hellerup, DK
New in the Bag
Styles: Art Nouveau
Hallmarks: Hallmarked Georg Jensen, sterling 925s
Dimensions: L
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Acorn Fish Serving Set 231
By Johan Rohde
Located in Hellerup, DK
A vintage sterling silver Georg Jensen two-piece fish serving set, set #231 in the Acorn pattern
Category
20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
New Georg Jensen Blossom Sterling Silver Fish Knife 062
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
: Sterling silver
Styles: Art Nouveau
Hallmarks: Marked with Georg Jensen hallmark, “Sterling Denmark”. This
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20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
New Georg Jensen Blossom Sterling Silver Fish Fork 061
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
: Sterling silver
Styles: Art Nouveau
Hallmarks: Marked with Georg Jensen hallmark, “Sterling Denmark”. This
Category
20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Georg Jensen Blossom Sterling Silver Fish Serving Set 231
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
#84 by Georg Jensen from 1919.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
Style: Art Nouveau
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Silver Continental Sterling Silver Fish Serving Set 231
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
information:
Material: Sterling silver
Style: Art Nouveau
Hallmarks: Both pieces with matching Georg Jensen
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen & Wendel Denmark Acorn Sterling 2pc Fish Serving Set #14715
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
combines Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles, has become a timeless classic. The hallmark on this piece was
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Vintage 1940s Art Nouveau Chain Bracelets
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Georg Jensen Silver Ornamental Fish Serving Set 55
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A silver Georg Jensen fish serving set, Ornamental Serving pattern #55 by Georg Jensen from circa
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Acanthus Fish Serving Set 231
By Johan Rohde
Located in Hellerup, DK
: Art Nouveau
Hallmarks: With Georg Jensen hallmarks, made in Denmark.
Dimension: L: Slice 11″ (27.5cm
Category
20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Arnold Krog for Royal Copenhagen: "Fish Service" Porcelain Very Large Oval Dish
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arnold Krog for Royal Copenhagen: "Fish service" porcelain
very large oval fish dish decorated in
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Antique 1880s Danish Art Nouveau Porcelain
H 1.19 in W 23.63 in D 10.63 in
Vintage Ceramic Fish Tureen for Marinated Herring or Trout Dinnerware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful vintage ceramic fish tureen made in Germany. Nice addition to any table.
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Nouveau Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Daisy Makeig-Jones Wedgwood Powder Blue Fish Bowl
By Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre, Daisy Makeig-Jones, Wedgwood
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
decorated with a school of swimming fish.
This stunning powder blue fish bowl is an homage to Daisy Makeig
Category
Vintage 1910s English Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Fish Platter and Mazarine #206
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
An exceptionally early and rare Georg Jensen silver fish platter along with mazarine #206, designed
Category
Vintage 1910s European Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Lily of the Valley Fish Fork 061
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen from 1913.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
Styles: Art Nouveau
Hallmarks
Category
20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Lily of the Valley Fish Knife 062
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
by Georg Jensen from 1913.
Additional information:
Material: Sterling silver
Styles: Art Nouveau
Category
20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Ipsens, Copenhagen, Number Two, Ceramic Dish, Fish in Relief
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ipsens, copenhagen, number two, ceramic dish, fish in relief
Beautiful dark blue glaze.
Measures
Category
20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Rope/Perle Fish Serving Set 231
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
an early and exceptional Georg Jensen 830 sterling silver fish set in the Rope/Perle Pattern
Category
Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Daisy Makeig-Jones Wedgwood Blue Lustre Fish Bowl
By Daisy Makeig-Jones, Wedgwood, Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
retreat to an underwater world of swimming fish, lobsters, a gilded coral reef, and plenty of tiny bubbles
Category
Vintage 1910s English Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
Auguste Jean Blue Glass Vase with Fishes, 1860
Located in Paris, FR
Auguste Jean (1830–1890)
Vase from 1860-1870
not signed
French artist, born in Paris in 1830
He received a bronze medal for his technical glass pieces at "l’Exposition univers...
Category
Antique 1860s French Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Glass
Mid Century Alabaster Fish Lamp Night & Mood Table Lamp
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous fish night light table lamp. Carved from alabaster in two pieces. Fish sits in a carved
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Alabaster
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An assortment of art nouveau fish is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct art nouveau fish — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Find 380 antique and vintage art nouveau fish at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 19 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of art nouveau fish available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of art nouveau fish to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Art Nouveau, Art Deco and mid-century modern art nouveau fish are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made art nouveau fish over the years, but those made by Georg Jensen, Johan Rohde and Emile Puiforcat are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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- 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.
- 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Art Nouveau furniture, first try to locate a maker's mark on the piece. You can then use it to research the maker with the help of information published in trusted online resources. Some makers, such as Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Louis Majorelle and Émile Gallé, are well-known for their Art Nouveau furnishings. If you determine that a maker identified with Art Nouveau produced your piece, it likely reflects the movement's characteristics, especially if it was made during the late 19th or early 20th centuries. You can also look for common features of Art Nouveau furniture, such as sinuous, organic and flowing lines; forms that mimic flowers and plant life; decorative inlays and ornate carvings of natural-world motifs such as insects and animals and the use of hardwoods such as oak, mahogany and rosewood. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can aid you with the identification process. Shop a diverse assortment of Art Nouveau furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify Art Nouveau jewelry, first consider its overall shape and themes. Flora, fauna and female figures were the three main themes in Art Nouveau jewelry. Winged creatures, such as insects and birds, were also popular subjects. Next, examine the materials and techniques. Art Nouveau jewelers distinguished themselves from their predecessors through the use of their unorthodox materials and methods. Prior to the 20th century, artisans working with jewelry prioritized precious metals and diamonds. This was not true for Art Nouveau creators. Enameling is most often associated with Art Nouveau jewelry, specifically plique-à-jour. Known as backless enamel, plique-à-jour allows light to come through the rear of the enamel because there is no metal backing. It creates an effect of translucence and lightness. Art Nouveau jewelers also favored pearls, particularly baroque pearls, for their large size and irregular shape. However, opal was the most popular stone, and Art Nouveau jewelry was primarily set in yellow gold. If you need more help identifying your jewelry, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Nouveau jewelry.
- 1stDibs 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 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.