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Art Nouveau House Numbers Bronze Made after Hector Guimard Designs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Nouveau bronze numbers cast in bronze from the design of Hector Grimard from France. They are
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Early 2000s American Art Nouveau Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

Doulton Lambeth Pair Art Nouveau Art Pottery Handled Ewers
By Doulton Lambeth
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine pair art nouveau Doulton Lambeth art pottery handled ewers decorated with floral and scroll
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Pitchers

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Stoneware

Turn-of-the-Century Art Nouveau Vase
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A lovely turn-of-the-century Austrian Art Nouveau vase with an iridescent glaze and naturalistic
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Vases

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Ceramic

Large Royal Dux Cup, Art Nouveau Period
By Royal Dux Bohemia
Located in Paris, FR
, along with the numbers 1948 and 26.
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls

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Porcelain

Large Royal Dux Cup, Art Nouveau Period
Large Royal Dux Cup, Art Nouveau Period
H 17.33 in W 13.78 in D 10.24 in
Art Nouveau Daum Claret with Gorham Sterling Mounts
By Gorham Manufacturing Company, Daum
Located in Riverdale, NY
Extraordinary Art Nouveau sterling silver mounted claret jug by Gorham, circa 1900. The glass body
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Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Pitchers

Materials

Glass

Antique Austrian Art Nouveau Loetz Cobalt Blue Papillon Art Glass Vase 1900
By Loetz Glass
Located in Portland, OR
Antique Art Nouveau Austrian Loetz cobalt blue "Papillon" art glass vase, circa 1900. This
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Vases

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Art Glass

Large Royal Dux Cup, Art Nouveau Period
By Royal Dux Bohemia
Located in Paris, FR
, along with the numbers 1948 and 26, circa 1900 Dimension: W 13.8 in, D 10.2in, H 17.3in. Dimension
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Antique Late 19th Century Czech Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Large Royal Dux Cup, Art Nouveau Period
Large Royal Dux Cup, Art Nouveau Period
H 17.33 in W 13.78 in D 10.24 in
Art Nouveau Paperweight with Mussels Amalric Walter & Henri Mercier, Nancy
By Henri Bergé and Amalric Walter
Located in Vienna, AT
other colors. The technique was already known in ancient Rome and Egypt. Particularly in the Art Nouveau
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Glass

Loetz Austria 1900 Art Nouveau Miniature Cabinet Vase Blue Iridescent Art Glass
By Loetz Glass
Located in Miami, FL
glass vase, created by Loetz. Made in Bohemia, Austria during the art nouveau period, back in the turn
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Vases

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Art Glass

New Haven Clock Co. Art Nouveau Style Table Clock
By New Haven Clock Company
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Art Nouveau Style Table Clock. It depicts a small balloon shape clock mounted in copper
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

Centerplace, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1898, Sign: Orivit 2638
By Orivit
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
-1932). We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If
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Antique 1890s German Art Nouveau Centerpieces

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Metal

F. Goldscheider - large woman bust Polychrome Terracotta - Art Nouveau signed
By Friedrich Goldscheider
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Beautiful terracotta bust from the factory of Friedrich Goldscheider from the art nouveau period
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Busts

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Terracotta

Lobmeyr Vienna Signed Art Nouveau Jug Enamel Gold Made after 1905
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
Nephew, Adolf near Winterberg (BOHEMIA) ORDERER: LOBMEYR VIENNA SPECIFICATIONS: Art Nouveau
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Glass

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Enamel

Ernst Wahliss Art Nouveau Teplitz Figural Tray Maiden & Lily Pads
Located in Lisbon, PT
in Austria" on the underside. It is also incised with mold numbers “12” and ”4576”.
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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Porcelain Group 'Indian Haunting A Buffalo', Hoesel, Germany
By Erich Hoesel, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Exquisite Large Meissen Art Nouveau Porcelain Group: Representation of a mounted warrior with a
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Vintage 1930s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Art Nouveau Figurine 'Pierrette' by Martin Wiegand, Meissen Germany, ca 1908
By Meissen Porcelain, Martin Wiegand
Located in Vienna, AT
Extremely rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain figurine: Red-haired girl sitting on the ground with
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Hentschel Child Looking at Picture-Book Model U 149
By Julius Konrad Hentschel
Located in Vienna, AT
: porcelain, glossy finish, multicolored painted Technique: handmade porcelain Style: Art Nouveau Modelled
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Ernst Wahliss Turn Wein Austrian Art Nouveau Figural Lily Vase
By Ernst Wahliss
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning Turn Wein Austrian art nouveau figural vase formed as a lily by renowned ceramicist
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Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Vases

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Porcelain

A Stunning French Art Nouveau Majolica Floral Centerpiece by Fives-Lille
By Fives-Lille
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Stunning French Art Nouveau Majolica Floral Centerpiece by Fives-Lille  France, circa 1900s
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

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Majolica

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine, Girl With Doll's Pram, by Konrad Hentschel, 1905
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Nouveau Meissen porcelain figure from the time the model was created: The girl in a white dress
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Ernst Wahliss Turn Austrian Art Nouveau Twin Handled Portrait Vase
By Ernst Wahliss
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning Art Nouveau Austrian twin handled porcelain lidded vase decorated with the portrait of a
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Vases

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Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine Pair Snowball Thrower & Girl, A. Koenig, c 1910
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Very charming Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain figurines: Boy in dark blue jacket, under it a brown
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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Art Nouveau Figure Group 'Ice-Scaters', by Alfred Koenig, Meissen Germany, 1910
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Delicate and rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Skating couple in elegant winter clothing
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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine, Lady With Muff, by Konrad Hentschel, ca 1906
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
: made around 1906 Style: Art Nouveau Material: multicolored porcelain, glossy finish
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Silver Carriage Clock By William Comyns London
By William Comyns
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine Art Nouveau silver carriage clock made in 1902 by William Comyns. The doomed shaped
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

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Silver

Stunning owl tobacco box, ceramic marked, 1910 Art Nouveau most possibly Austria
Located in Wien, AT
extremely rare object, the origin of which is a mystery, but an original from the Art Nouveau period
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Tobacco Accessories

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Ceramic

Meissen Art Nouveau Group 'The Air' by Paul Helmig, Germany Around 1900
By Meissen Porcelain, Paul Helmig
Located in Vienna, AT
figures both in the Rococo style and, later, in the Art Nouveau style. Model O 199 was created in the year
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Figure, Boy With Drinking Dog, by Konrad Hentschel, ca 1905
By Meissen Porcelain, Julius Konrad Hentschel
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Nouveau Meissen porcelain figure from the time the model was created: Boy with brunette hair
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Art Nouveau Solid Silver Coffee/ Tea Service With Silverplate, Austria ca. 1900
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Absolutely gorgeous solid silver Art Nouveau coffee/ tea set of four from the period around 1900 in
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Tea Sets

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Silver

Art Nouveau Group 'Girl With Goat', by Erich Hoesel, Meissen Germany, ca 1905
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: A girl in a green dress with an Art Nouveau pattern and a
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Art Nouveau Seltzer Soda Syphon Bottles Set, Blue Glass, Turquoise Glass
Located in Hamburg, DE
the sequence of numbers „The property of Schweppes Ltd. 8-54“. The glass body has the words „Batey
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Barware

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Lead

Meissen Art Nouveau Group 'the Air' by Paul Helmig, Germany, Around 1900
By Paul Helmig, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
, clock cases and vessels with figures both in the Rococo style and, later, in the Art Nouveau style
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bust Entitled "Lola" by Emmanuel Villanis
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in London, GB
Stunning Art Nouveau bronze bust depicting the character "Lola" modelled in the midst of an
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Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

Art Nouveau Children Group 'Girl With Child', T. Eichler, Meissen Germany, 1905
By Theodor Eichler, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Extremely rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Two girls in clothing of circa 1900, the elder
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine, Young Lady Ball Player by Walter Schott, ca 1900
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Extremely decorative, fully sculptural representation of an Art Nouveau beauty in a softly falling
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine, Young Lady Ball Player by Walter Schott, ca 1940
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Extremely decorative, fully sculptural representation of an Art Nouveau beauty in a softly falling
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Vintage 1930s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Alexandre Bigot French Vintage Art Nouveau Pottery Brown And Gray Ceramic Vase
By Alexandre Bigot
Located in East Peoria, IL
Alexandre Bigot French Vintage Art Nouveau Pottery Brown And Gray Ceramic Vase Rare and stunning
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Vases

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Clay

Art Nouveau Children Group Girl With Child A. Koenig, Meissen Germany, c 1905
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain figure group: Girl and child in clothing from around 1900
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Art Nouveau Group 'Mother With Child', by Paul Helmig, Meissen Germany, ca 1912
By Paul Helmig, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Mother in a dress decorated with elaborate Art
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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Meissen Germany Art Nouveau Figurine Girl With Shawl, by Theodor Eichler, c 1913
By Meissen Porcelain, Theodor Eichler
Located in Vienna, AT
Depiction of a young unclothed Art Nouveau girl with artfully pinned up hair with incorporated hood
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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Figurine Pair Boy & Girl With Hoops, A. Koenig, c 1910
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain figurines: Two children with colorful hoops: Standing boy
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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Loetz 1900 Austria Art Nouveau Miniature Cabinet Vase In Blue Iridescent Glass
By Loetz Glass
Located in Miami, FL
large numbers of its own new designs of iridescent, trailing art nouveau glass, sometimes in
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Vases

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Art Glass

Art Nouveau Children Group 'Two Girls', by A. Koenig, Meissen Germany, ca 1940
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain figure group: Two barefoot girls in summer clothes, the
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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Large Meissen Art Nouveau Figure, Flora with Cupids, by Emmerich Oehler, ca 1913
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Extremely rare Art Nouveau Figurine Group by Meissen: Monumental figure of Flora, taking a step
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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Art Nouveau Group 'Girl With Goat', by Erich Hoesel, Meissen Germany, ca 1905
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Girl in a striped dress with polka dots and a white
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Incredibly rare candle holder stick, ceramic workshop Karau Art Nouveau Austria
By Karau
Located in Wien, AT
various numbers for the model, designer, etc. and the brand of the workshops Karau and Austria
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Candlesticks

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Ceramic

Art Nouveau Children Group 'Two Girls', by A. Koenig, Meissen Germany, ca 1912
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Extremely rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Two barefoot girls in summer clothes, the
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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Meissen Art Nouveau Figure Of A Snake Dancer By Max Bochmann Circa 1914
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Material: hand-made, multicolored porcelain, glossy finish Style: Art Nouveau Blue crossed Meissen Mark
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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Art Nouveau Group 'Capture Of A Nymph', by Paul Helmig, Meissen Germany, Ca 1902
By Paul Helmig, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Exquisite large and rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Triton adorned with water lily wreath
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Art Nouveau Bowl with Nymph and Girl, by P. Helmig, Meissen Germany, ca 1910
By Paul Helmig, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Exquisite Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Flat oval bowl with an irregular, wavy lined and
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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pretty Sauce Boat, Empty Pocket or Pewter Dish, Kayserzinn, Art Nouveau, 1900's
By Kayserzinn 1
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Numbered 29 1900s Art Nouveau Kayserzinn was the brand name for the lead-free artistic metal alloy
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Pewter

Schofield 1905 Art Nouveau Baltimore Rose Shakers Set in .925 Sterling Silver
By The Schofield Company
Located in Miami, FL
Rose and was carefully crafted in the art nouveau style with a repousse of floral motifs in solid .925
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Antique Early 1900s North American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Big Pair of vases Orivit , German, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1895
By Orivit
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
workers. Under the direction of Albert Mayer was influenced by Art Nouveau style. In 1914, opening
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Antique 1890s German Art Nouveau Vases

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Crystal, Metal

Soyer Et Fils 1900 Paris Art Nouveau Exhibition Peacocks Enamel Vase in Sterling
By Théophile Soyer
Located in Miami, FL
Impressive art nouveau vase designed by Soyer Et Fils. An extremely rare and very important
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Vases

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Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Decorative Stick Stand, French, Umbrella Rack, Art Nouveau, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Flourishes of Art Nouveau motif decorate the stand Pair of unusual oval stick loops, accentuated with beaded
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Antique Late 19th Century French Umbrella Stands

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Iron

Félix Cheron Art Nouveau Gallia Centrepiece nº 5181 circa 1915
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
and simultaneously to follow the current art tendencies. It is remarkable that nowadays on the world
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20th Century French Garniture

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Silver

Salvador Dali Porcelain Plates “Le Conquete du Cosmos” by Limoges Set of 6
By Salvador Dalí­, Limoges
Located in San Diego, CA
the early 80s. Each piece is numbered (great numbers for each edition along with a title for each
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Vintage 1980s French Art Nouveau Decorative Art

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Porcelain

Antique Art Nouveau Bronze Figural Campfire Lamp Georges Van Der Straeten
By Georges Van der Straeten
Located in Dayton, OH
is Art Nouveau with an emphasis on the figure. His works have been produced in large numbers by
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Vintage 1920s Belle Époque Table Lamps

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Bronze

Towle & Co. 1890 Edwardian Art Nouveau Octagonal Centerpiece Tray .925 Sterling
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Miami, FL
An art nouveau centerpiece designed by Towle & Co. Beautiful highly elaborated piece, created in
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Antique 19th Century North American Edwardian Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

An ARTS & CRAFTS / ART NOUVEAU Wardrobe CABINET by HARRIS LEBUS, England 1900
By Harris Lebus
Located in PARIS, FR
crossover of the Wiener Werkstatte and Art Nouveau influences, by one the most important british Arts
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Antique Early 1900s French Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

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Art Nouveau Numbers For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of art nouveau numbers is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique art nouveau numbers was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, glass and metal. Art nouveau numbers have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Art nouveau numbers bearing Art Nouveau or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Meissen Porcelain, Loetz Glass and Amphora each produced beautiful art nouveau numbers that are worth considering.

How Much are Art Nouveau Numbers?

Prices for art nouveau numbers start at $90 and top out at $23,200 with the average selling for $2,803.

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 Numbers
  • 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 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, numbered art prints may be worth something. The artist who produced the print and its age, subject matter, image condition and overall condition all contribute to its value. In addition, the number of prints that were in the series will also influence a piece's potential value. If you have a numbered print, a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can help you determine how much it may be worth. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of art prints.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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.