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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
Art Nouveau Side Table with Inlayed Glassplates, Austria, circa 1910
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
shows a great looking Art Nouveau fabric from the renown company of Backhausen under glass plates. These
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Side Tables
Materials
Glass, Beech, Fabric
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
H 29.13 in W 26.77 in D 21.26 in
20th Century Art Nouveau Side Table/ Coffee Table, Austria ca. 1905
By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
ends on the extraordinary shaped, mahogany veneered base. A highlight is the lovely Art Nouveau fabric
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Art Nouveau Thonet Bentwood Salon Suite by Josef Hoffmann, Austria ca. 1905
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Nouveau fabric. An exceptional Art Nouveau seating set by Thonet, showing best how timeless bentwood
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Living Room Sets
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
H 28.35 in W 49.61 in D 21.65 in
Art Nouveau Seating Set with Brass Elements + Table, Austria, circa 1910
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
newly upholstered but with the valuable original beige Art Nouveau fabric showing lovely floral pattern
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Early 20th Century Austrian Living Room Sets
Materials
Brass
H 36.6 in W 51.2 in D 21.6 in
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
H 29.92 in W 22.05 in D 21.65 in
Bentwood Seating Set by Josef Hoffmann J&J Kohn, Austria, circa 1903
By Josef Hoffmann, Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
with finest original Art Nouveau fabric from the renown Backhausen manufacture. These amazing chairs as
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Living Room Sets
Materials
Bentwood, Fabric
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
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Wine cooler Art nouveau WMF fabric
origin Germany, circa 1915
perfect condition
pewter and bronze
Category
Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Wine Coolers
Materials
Pewter
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
Category
Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Louis Majorelle. Art Nouveau carved walnut armchair with original period fabric
By Louis Majorelle
Located in London, GB
An Art Nouveau armchair in carved walnut retaining the original period fabric that has an extra
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
H 48.43 in W 21.74 in D 23.63 in
Art Nouveau, Pair of Lounge Chairs in Oak, Reupholstered in Style Fabric, 1920s
Located in Odense, DK
modern interior styles.
"Art Nouveau is an international ornamental art style that characterized
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 28.35 in W 25.6 in D 31.11 in
Italian Art Nouveau wood and brown fabric screen with floral pattern, late 1800s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Nouveau wood and brown fabric screen with floral pattern, late 1800s
Folding screen
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Antique 1890s Italian Art Nouveau Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 57.88 in W 57.09 in D 1.97 in
Art Nouveau Coat Hanger
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art Nouveau coat hanger.
Category
Antique Early 1900s Slovak Art Nouveau Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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
H 30 in W 19 in D 19 in
1940s Swedish Art Nouveau Chair
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This is a Swedish Art Nouveau armchair from the 1940s, featuring a padded backrest and curved
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Nouveau Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Art Nouveau Austrian Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
The Art Nouveau Austrian ottoman is made of ebonized walnut wood and reupholstered in blue fabric
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, 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
Category
Vintage 1920s Hungarian Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
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
Category
Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Floor Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Upholstered Art Nouveau Slipper Chairs
Located in Greenwich, CT
padding, streamlined rolled arms and long stylish Art Nouveau carved outswept legs ending in brass castors
Category
Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Fabric and Wood Italian Design Cassina Hill House Sofa Art Nouveau
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Mackintosh in his iconic Art Nouveau style. Furniture of excellent size and proportion, original fabric in
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Vintage 1980s Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 26.38 in W 51.19 in D 31.89 in
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
By Eugène Gaillard
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Nouveau mahogany armchair with a pierced fan form high back connected to curved arms
Category
20th Century French Art Nouveau Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
1940s , A Pair of Swedish Art Nouveau Lounge Chairs
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This is a pair of Swedish Art Nouveau armchairs from the 1940s, featuring a padded backrest and
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Nouveau Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Art Nouveau Early 20th Century Black Fabric Gold Frame Evening Bag
Located in Munich, DE
This Art Nouveau handbag is made from high-quality heavy black fabric and features a gold-tone
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Early 20th Century Evening Bags and Minaudières
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
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Living Room Sets
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 19th Century French Art Nouveau Wire Garden Bench
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage French wire garden bench. A beautiful 19th century Art Nouveau piece with
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
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
20th Century Art Nouveau Armchair with Foot Stool, Austria, circa 1915
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Fantastic 20th century armchair from the Art Nouveau period in Austria around 1915. Upholstered
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 33.07 in W 34.25 in D 31.5 in
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
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
H 30.31 in W 48.43 in D 21.26 in
Josef Hoffmann Art Nouveau Fledermaus bat chair by Thonet, set of 2
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Fledermaus set in Art Nouveau style consisting of 2 chairs executed by the company Thonet. (signed
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
Rare Art Nouveau fireplace screen, France ca. 1910
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1910 / fireplace screen / wood, fabric, copper / Art Nouveau / Art Deco
A very rare find
Category
Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
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 armchairs
High backs with high
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
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
Category
20th Century English Art Nouveau Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fabric
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.
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Living Room Sets
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 36.23 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
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
H 37.01 in W 20.08 in D 23.63 in
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
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Oak, Fabric
H 37.41 in W 24.81 in D 24.41 in
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
Art Nouveau Bentwood Seating Set "Fledermaus" by J. Hoffmann for Kohn, ca. 1907
By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
small pillow upholstered with the same fabric is included as a nice addition to this gorgeous Art
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
H 30.51 in W 44.09 in D 20.87 in
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
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Bedroom Sets
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 25.99 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Danish Thorvald Bindesbøll High Art Nouveau Table Lamp 1890s Patinated Bronze
By Tvermoes & Abrahamson, Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Rare and high Art Nouveau table lamp designed in late 19th century by the Danish architect and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
H 27.96 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in
Vintage Art Nouveau Trinket Boxes - Set of 4
Located in west palm beach, FL
Delight in the romantic curves and timeless charm of this exquisite set of four vintage Art Nouveau
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Metal
Beautiful Art Nouveau Jugendstil Design Ottoman by Schuitema
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Beautiful Art Nouveau Jugendstil Design Ottoman by Schuitema.
A footstool, also known as an
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Footstools
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Art Deco to Art Nouveau Pink Channeled Back Sofa Walnut Arms Frame only
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Art Deco to Art Nouveau pink channeled back sofa with walnut arms, frame only
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Walnut
H 32 in W 80 in D 41 in
Danish Art Nouveau Butterfly Table Lamp by L. Hjorth Ceramic Bornholm 1920s
By Lauritz Adolph Hjorth
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Art Nouveau table lamp by the Danish ceramic studio L. Hjorth on the island of Bornholm.
The Lamp
Category
Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Art Nouveau Wing Chair No.6542 by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art nouveau wing chair no.6542 by Thonet in excellent condition, backhausen fabric.
Category
Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Wingback Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Art Nouveau Floor Lamp in Cherry Wood by Paul Follot, France, circa 1920
By Paul Follot
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
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Art Nouveau, France, circa 1920.
By Paul Follot (1877-1958), French decorator who distinguished
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Floor Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Two Oak Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Stools, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare pair of Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau stools.
Striking Dutch design from the 1900s
Category
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Stools
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Art nouveau desk chair by Gustav Siegel for Thonet
By Gustav Siegel, Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art nouveau desk chair by Gustav Siegel for Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished with new
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Set of 4 Art Nouveau Walnut Dining Chairs An unusual set of chairs
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Set of 4 Art Nouveau Walnut Dining Chairs
An unusual set of chairs, the top rail of the chair
Category
Antique 19th Century Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamp by L. Hjorth Ceramic, Black Terracotta with Owls
By Lauritz Adolph Hjorth
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Art Nouveau table lamp from the Danish ceramic studio L. Hjorth on the island of Bornholm.
The Lamp
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Danish Art Nouveau Ceramic Table Lamp by Danico with Purple Flower Decor, 1920s
By Herman August Kähler, Kähler Keramik, Danico Pottery
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
version of the French Art Nouveau and the German Jugendstil.
The lamp is decorated with the difficult cow
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
H 25.2 in Dm 14.18 in
Austrian Art Nouveau Bentwood Side Chair Attributed to J & J Kohn, Early 1900's
By Josef Hoffmann, J & J Kohn & Mundus
Located in Buffalo, NY
Austrian Art Nouveau bentwood side chair attributed to J & J Kohn, early 1900's. Amazing design
Category
Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
H 34 in W 16 in D 15 in
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A birch and striped beige fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1920s.
Seat height: 16.5”
Category
Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Birch
French Art Nouveau bench, sofa by Louis Majorelle, 1900-1910
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Delft, NL
polished wooden frame, covered with satin fabric with an Art Nouveau pattern. Beautifully elegant, stylish
Category
Early 20th Century French Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Art Nouveau side table in blackened wood with storage basket, Belgium ca. 1910
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1910 / side table / wood, fabric / Art Nouveau / Art Deco
A stylish small Art Nouveau
Category
Vintage 1910s Belgian Art Deco Side Tables
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 22.45 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in
Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamp of Pewter with Floral Pattern and New Shade 1920s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Art Nouveau table lamp made of pewter with floral pattern.
The lamp is manufactured in
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Pewter, Metal
H 16.93 in Dm 10.24 in
Leon Benouville, an Art Nouveau Oak Desk or Side Chair with Subtle Organic Lines
By Francois-Leon Benouville
Located in London, GB
Leon Benouville. An Art Nouveau oak desk or side chair with subtle organic lines.
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Side Chairs
Materials
Oak, Fabric
H 39 in W 15 in D 16 in
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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.