Dutch Art Nouveau
to
43
165
71
226
193
92
26
20
19
14
14
10
8
6
1
1
1
1
1
15
7
6
5
5
Sort By
Exceptional Dutch Art Nouveau Fireplace Tools
Located in Soest, NL
Dutch Art Nouveau Style fireplace tool set, companion set made of wrought iron and polished copper
Category
20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Copper, Wrought Iron
19th Century Dutch Art Nouveau silver watch-key, 1890
Located in Delft, NL
19th Century Dutch Art Nouveau silver watch-key, 1890
A silver watch key with Art Nouveau leaf
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Dutch Art Nouveau Amsterdamse School Armchair by Lion Cachet, 1925
By Carel Adolph Lion Cachet
Located in Antwerp, BE
style that left an indelible mark on the world of art and design. As a pioneer of Dutch Art Nouveau
Category
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Nouveau Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Rosewood
Ceramic Ashtray or Key Holder/Vide Poche Dutch Art Nouveau
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful Art Nouveau Gouda pottery ashtray.
Wonderfully colorful floral hand painted design
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Ashtrays
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Very Tall Dutch Art Nouveau Walnut Apothecary Cabinet / Barber Cabinet, 1900s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This apothecary cabinet was made circa 1900s in the Netherlands. It features 20 drawers with amazing brass ornate handles and enamel numbers. It was originally made for a barber and ...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Apothecary Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
H 82.68 in W 27.17 in D 14.97 in
Gouda Pottery Art Nouveau Decorative Plate/Dish, Holland
Located in Miami, FL
Dutch Art Nouveau ceramic dish from Gouda, Holland with traditional period flowery and curvaceous
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Pottery
Materials
Ceramic
Art Nouveau Period Fireplace Tool Hanger or Hook, Early 20th Century
Located in Soest, NL
Early 20th century Dutch Art Nouveau Period fireplace tool hanger made of polished steel with
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass, Copper
1899 Art Nouveau Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland Gouda “Violetta” Vases, Pair
By Koninklijke Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
vases represents the finest of Dutch Art Nouveau design. The thin, almost porcelain-like earthenware is
Category
Antique 1890s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Earthenware
Plateelbakkerij, Gouda Art Nouveau Ceramic Ewer, Zuid-Holland, Circa 1925
By Gouda Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Located in Chatham, ON
Plateelbakkerij- Antique Gouda Art Nouveau ceramic ewer - large size - matte finish glaze with hand
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Art Nouveau Vase with Herons and Flowers, J.W. Mijnlieff, Holland Utrecht 1900s
By Faience- en Tegelfabriek Holland
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Exceptional Art Nouveau ceramic vase by Jan Willem Mijnlieff, founder and master ceramist of
Category
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Ceramic
H 5.91 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
Gouda Dutch potiche Art Nouveau in porcelain circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible potiche by Gouda Dutch porcelain Art Nouveau multicolor circa 1900
Category
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Three Handled Cup or Trophy, London, 1910
By Holland, Aldwinckle, & Slater
Located in London, London
Three-handled Cup or Tyg, is in the Art Nouveau taste, with a hammered finish, and vacant cartouche to
Category
Vintage 1910s English Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 10.24 in W 7.88 in D 5.52 in
Gouda Hand Crafted Pottery Art Nouveau Decorative Dish, Holland
Located in Miami, FL
Dutch Art Deco ceramic dish from Gouda, Holland with traditional period flowery and curvaceous
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Pottery
Materials
Ceramic
Gouda Pottery Art Nouveau Decorative Plate or Dish, Holland
Located in Miami, FL
Dutch Art Deco ceramic dish from Gouda, Holland with traditional period flowery and curvaceous
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Pottery
Materials
Ceramic
GOUDA dutch multicolor polychrome Art Nouveau porcelain vase circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible GOUDA Regina Dutch multicolor Art Nouveau Ceramic vase circa 1900.
Category
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
GOUDA Pikan dutch multicolor polychrome Art Nouveau porcelain vase circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible GOUDA to Pikan dutch multicolor ceramic Art Nouveau vase circa 1900
Category
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic
GOUDA dutch multicolor polychrome Art Nouveau porcelain water set circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible GOUDA dutch multicolor ceramic water set of a plate, jar and two glasses Art Nouveau
Category
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Zuid-Holland, Gouda. Unique Art Nouveau vase in glazed ceramic.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
will be applicable to your purchase.
Zuid-Holland, Gouda.
Unique Art Nouveau vase in glazed ceramic
Category
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Arnhem, Holland, Antique Art Nouveau Vase with Hand-Painted Flowers
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arnhem, Holland. Antique Art Nouveau vase in glazed ceramics with hand-painted flowers and foliage
Category
Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Large GOUDA dutch multicolor polychrome Art Nouveau porcelain vase circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible big GOUDA porcelain dutch multicolor Art Nouveau vase circa 1900
Category
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Impressive Art Nouveau Vase, Zuid-Holland Factory, Gouda, Nederlands circa 1900
By Gouda-Zuid
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Very Impressive and decorative Art nouveau ceramic vase
Gouda Zuid Holland factory established in
Category
Antique 1890s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Ceramic
H 31.5 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Art Nouveau Sideboard by Limbert Van Raalte Craftsman Furniture
By Limbert Dutch Arts and Crafts Furniture Company
Located in Pasadena, TX
Art Nouveau display cabinet by Limbert Van Raalte Craftsman Furniture
American, 1920s
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Nouveau Cupboards
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Art Nouveau Antique Dutch Oak Apothecary Cabinets / Vitrines ca 1904
Located in Nijmegen, NL
century in Art Nouveau style. They were made for Pharmacy De Lelie / The Lily on the Leliegracht number 2
Category
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Apothecary Cabinets
Materials
Oak
H 94.49 in W 46.46 in D 23.63 in
Nico Jungmann Art Nouveau Style Painting of Dutch Boats circa Early 20th Century
Located in Peabody, MA
Netherlands unique adaptation of the Art Nouveau Movement which spread throughout Europe at the turn of the
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Paintings
Materials
Paint
H 16.75 in W 22.75 in D 1 in
Dutch Antique 1910 Art Nouveau / Jugendstil Wall Cabinet in Cherry Wood Brass
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous Dutch antique Art Nouveau wall cabinet from the 1910s.
Gorgeous Art nouveau lines in
Category
Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Brass
H 20.67 in W 12.21 in D 7.09 in
South Holland, Gouda. Antique and unique Art Nouveau vase in glazed ceramic.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
South Holland, Gouda.
Antique and unique Art Nouveau vase in glazed ceramic with hand painted
Category
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Ceramic
GOUDA pair of vases in dutch porcelain multicolor Art Nouveau circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible pair of vases Art Nouveau circa 1900 signed Gouda Holland for Kolat.
Category
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Mother Goose Gems Book - Three Dutch Children - Female Artist
Located in Miami, FL
Sarah Noble Ives, artist (1864-1944). Original drawing of three Dutch children, with an ink
Category
1910s Art Nouveau Figurative Paintings
Materials
Ink, Watercolor, Gouache, Board
H 12.25 in W 9.25 in D 1 in
Antique Dutch Carved Oak Art Nouveau Desk / Shop Counter, Early 20th Century
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This stunning desk was made of very high quality oak and veneered panels on the back and side in the early 20th century. There are many hand carved details that make it a real statem...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Desks
Materials
Oak
H 30.71 in W 63 in D 31.5 in
Regina, Holland, Antique Art Nouveau Vase with Hand-Painted Flowers and Foliage
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Regina, Holland. Antique art nouveau vase in glazed ceramics with hand-painted flowers and foliage
Category
Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Gouda Plateelbakkerij Zuid Holland Gaberone Pattern Pottery Wall Plaque
By Gouda Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning Dutch Gouda, Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland Art Deco pottery wall plate hand painted in
Category
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Nouveau Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Art Nouveau Gouda Studio Pottery 1913 Candleholder Crokus, Holland
Located in Munich, DE
This candleholder was executed by a Dutch studio pottery Gouda in 1913.
Category
Vintage 1910s Dutch Aesthetic Movement Candlesticks
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Art Nouveau Dutch Sterling Silver Sauce Boats with Cattails by Ph Saakes
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredibly heavy pair of period Art Nouveau Dutch sterling silver sauce boats from a large
Category
Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 5.25 in W 9 in D 4 in
Dutch Silver Art Nouveau Pastry Forks, by Van Kempen en Zn
By Van Kempen
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch silver Art Nouveau pastry forks, by van Kempen en Zn.
A graceful Art Nouveau pastry fork
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Art-Nouveau Dutch Silver Small Basket by Cornelis van Baaren, 1899
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch Silver small basket by Cornelis van Baaren, 1899
An Art-Nouveau silver basket with a motif
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Dutch silver Art Nouveau grape scissors by Kempen & Sons, Voorschoten, ca 1910
By Van Kempen
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch silver Art Nouveau grape scissors by Kempen & Sons, Voorschoten, ca 1910
A silver grape
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Tableware
Materials
Silver
H 0.6 in W 5.71 in D 2.01 in
A totally unique large handmade Art Nouveau style lamp by Dutch artist
Located in London, GB
A totally unique large handmade lamp by a Dutch artist and church roofer. Known as the "Hockerlamp
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Sheet Metal
H 27.56 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
Original Poster, Thorn Prikker, Dutch Indonesian Art Exhibition, Germany, 1906
By Jan Thorn Prikker
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
: Occasion
Features: Signed
Subject: Exhibition
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Style: Art Nouveau
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Posters
Materials
Paper
H 36.23 in W 28.75 in D 0.4 in
Urania. An Art Nouveau pewter fruit bowl with a loop handle floral decoration
By Friedrich Adler
Located in London, GB
Urania Pewter Ware Maastricht, Holland. An Art Nouveau pewter fruit or bread bowl with a loop
Category
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Serving Bowls
Materials
Pewter
H 6.01 in W 13.75 in D 9.01 in
Urania. An Art Nouveau pewter fruit bowl with a loop handle floral decoration
By Friedrich Adler
Located in London, GB
Urania Pewter Ware Maastricht, Holland.
An Art Nouveau pewter fruit or bread bowl with a loop
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pewter
H 6 in W 13.75 in D 9 in
Vintage Authentic Dutch Stone LIthographic Poster Tttled Lauren Custom Framed
Located in North Miami, FL
This delightful authentic original stone lithographic Dutch poster is from 1915 and custom framed
Category
Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Prints
Materials
Wood, Paper
H 42 in W 33 in D 0.5 in
Stoneware Marken Gouda Holland vase, early 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Bilzen, BE
A mat glazed handpainted vase from Gouda (plateel) marked Marken made from stoneware (grés)
Early 1900
Handpainted, fully marked in the base
Perfect condition
Heigth 19.5 cm, diamete...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Doulton Lambeth Dutch Woman Figure by Leslie Harradine
By Doulton Lambeth
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A scarce large Doulton Lambeth early Art Deco figure of a Dutch Woman designed by renowned designer
Category
Vintage 1910s British Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Vintage Miniature Half Doll German Porcelain Dutch Girl, Drip Catcher Pin 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
made in the form of a Dutch Girl. She is impress marked at the lower back with “14123 Germany”. She is
Category
Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Toys and Dolls
Materials
Metal
H 1.5 in W 1.13 in D 0.88 in
Antique Dutch .833 Silver & Walnut Serving Tray with Pierced Floral Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
approximately 1920 and done in an Art Nouveau style. The base of the tray is done in a lacquered burled walnut
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
H 1.5 in W 2,125 in D 14.25 in
Vintage German Porcelain Figurine of Dutch Girl with Egg Timer Hourglass
By Katzhütte
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful girl figurine handmade in Germany circa 1900s- 1910s. A beautiful piece for decorating your kitchen. Handmade and hand painted in beautiful colors. Marked Germany.
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Glass
Dutch 'Nieuwe Kunst' Magazine Stand by Jac. van den Bosch, Netherlands, c. 1905
By 't Binnenhuis
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
style of the time is known as ''Nieuwe Kunst'' (New Art), the Dutch version of Art Nouveau, which was
Category
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Bone, Ebony, Oak
H 25.6 in W 15.75 in D 7.88 in
Vintage Indian Rug with Arabesque Dutch Renaissance Style
Located in Dallas, TX
styles: Dutch Renaissance, Art Nouveau, Romantic, Regence, Renaissance, Islamic, Rococo, Chippendale
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Tabriz Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Dutch Plateelbakkerij De Distel, Amsterdam by Bert Nienhuis, ca. 1905
Located in Delft, NL
pottery from this period from that of the other Dutch producers of Art Nouveau ceramics. It also has its
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Vases
Materials
Earthenware
Dutch Arts & Crafts Chairs by W. Kuyper, The Netherlands 1920s
Located in Utrecht, NL
the curving lines and sculptural character of Belgian and French Art Nouveau, Dutch Nieuwe Kunst had a
Category
Vintage 1920s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wood
Antique Persian Malayer Rug with Dutch Renaissance and European Style
Located in Dallas, TX
: Traditional, European, Dutch Renaissance, Art Nouveau, Plantation, Regence, Rococo, Swedish Farmhouse, shabby
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Renaissance Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Persian Kashan Silk Rug with Old World Dutch Renaissance Style
Located in Dallas, TX
entryway. Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Baroque, Dutch Renaissance, Art Nouveau, Old
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Kashan Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Antique 3.02Ct Peridot and 3.41Ct Diamond, 14k Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, detachable bale, accented with a further two pavé set Dutch cut diamonds.
The antique Art Nouveau pendant
Category
Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold, Silver
Late 19th Century Persian Mashhad Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
. Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Victorian, Baroque, Dutch Renaissance, Art Nouveau
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Art Nouveau Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rare Han Pieck Signed Unique Floor Lamp
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
.
This particular lamp comes from the house of Lion Cachet in Holland,the art nouveau furniture designer
Category
Vintage 1940s Dutch Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
Vintage Chinese Persian Tabriz Design Rug with Victorian Baroque Style
Located in Dallas, TX
apartment. Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Victorian, Baroque, Dutch Renaissance, Art
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Late 19th Century Persian Kermanshah Carpet with Rustic Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Renaissance, Art Nouveau, Traditional, English Country, Regency, English Cottage, Renaissance, European
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Aesthetic Movement Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique English Garden Needlepoint Runner with Baroque Floral Chintz Style
By Mario Buatta
Located in Dallas, TX
, Art Nouveau, Traditional, English Country, Regency, English Cottage, Renaissance, Islamic, Aubusson
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Baroque Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Oversized Vintage Persian Mashhad Rug, Regal Charm Meets Beguiling Beauty
Located in Dallas, TX
interior styles: Victorian, Baroque, Dutch Renaissance, Art Nouveau, Old World, Traditional, English
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Kashan Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Indian Palace Rug with Old World Baroque Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, Dutch Renaissance, Art Nouveau, Traditional, English Country, Regency, English Cottage, Renaissance
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Baroque Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool
- 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Dutch Art Nouveau", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
Dutch Art Nouveau For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Dutch art nouveau you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and oak, every Dutch art nouveau was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Dutch art nouveau, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A Dutch art nouveau, designed in the Art Nouveau, Arts and Crafts or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made Dutch art nouveau has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by H.Pander & Zonen, J.M. Middelraad and Rozenburg Porcelain are consistently popular.
How Much is a Dutch Art Nouveau?
Prices for a Dutch art nouveau start at $240 and top out at $23,000 with the average selling for $1,541.
Questions About Dutch Art Nouveau
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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 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, 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.