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Vintage Decorative Lamp, French, Bronzed, Figural Light, Art Nouveau Revival
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage decorative lamp. A French, bronzed composite female figural table light in Art
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Late 20th Century British Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 22.25 in W 8.08 in D 7.29 in
Large and Top Quality, Elegant & Exquisite 5 Light Art Nouveau Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
One of a kind antique light fixture from the early Art Nouveau era.
This marvelously
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Copper
Antique Daum Nancy & Louis Majorelle chandelier / pendant light Art Nouveau 1910
By Louis Majorelle, Daum
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Exquisite & most impressive! This original French antique Daum Nancy Art Nouveau / Arts & crafts
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 17.72 in Dm 11.82 in
Art Nouveau Period Bronze and Colored Glass Chandelier
Located in London, GB
This marvellous three-light Art Nouveau patinated bronze and glass chandelier would make a charming
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Mid Century Green and White Slag Glass Tulip Pendant Light
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Beautiful green and white slag glass tulip pendant light.
Art Nouveau style
Brass hardware and trim
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Slag Glass
Art Nouveau Desk Light
Located in London, GB
France, circa 1910
An unusual Art Nouveau bronzed desk lamp, with artichoke shade, all supported
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
French, Art Nouveau Brass Chandelier with Pâte De Verre Glass by Noverdy, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
A beautiful four-light Art Nouveau brass pendant chandelier with Pâte de Verre glass by Noverdy
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 24.41 in Dm 20.48 in
Alabaster Art Nouveau Pendant Light, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Nouveau pendant light.
Striking Dutch design from the 1900s.
Original multi
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
Wmf Art Nouveau Lamp Night Light
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in NANTES, FR
Art Nouveau night light around 1900.
Silver metal and glass cabochons.
Attributed to WMF
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Silver Plate
"Sagittarius" Wall light
Located in PARIS, FR
Art Nouveau movement of the School of Nancy, of which he was also vice-president. In 1861, his father
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau More Art
Materials
Blown Glass
Art Nouveau French Brass & Porcelain Pendant Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French brass pedant light with 3 bulb holders, ca. 1920
2 meter twisted black cotton flex with
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Nouveau Bronze Chandelier & Wall Light Set
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A STUNNING, HIGH QUALITY and UNIQUE Early 20th Century (Art Nouveau/Deco Era) Pierced
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Schoolhouse Pendant Light
Located in San Francisco, CA
A lovely glass pendant light from the early 20th century. The brass canopy and glass holder have a
Category
Early 20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Nouveau Tiffany Studios Six Light Lily Sconces
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Englewood, NJ
An extremely rare and monumental pair of Decorated Six Light “Lily” wall sconces by, Tiffany
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau French Cameo Glass Pendant Light Fixture
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptional French Art Nouveau period cameo glass pendant shape light fixture.
Braided copper
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Nouveau Art Glass Grape Pendant Light with 2 Shades
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely Art Nouveau Art Glass Grape Pendant Light of European origin with 2 sets of art glass grape
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Art Nouveau French Brass & Glass Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French glass, brass desk light / table lamp
2,5 meter black cotton wire, plug and switch
Available
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Art Nouveau French Brass & Glass Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French glass, brass desk light / table lamp
2,5 meter black cotton wire, plug and switch
Available
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Light Yellow French Art Nouveau Rug with Roses
Located in Milan, IT
A truly elegant French Art Nouveau rug, characterized by a light yellow background filled with
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Art Nouveau 1910 Armchair Light Brown Bamboo Emilio Paoli Firenze
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Art Nouveau 1910 liberty armchair light brown bamboo in original patina for an original.
Elegant
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Vintage 1910s Italian Art Nouveau Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo
French, Art Nouveau Floor Lamp Beech Light, circa 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
Art nouveau floor lamp circa 1900.
Beech.
A lamp shade can be added, and the electrification of
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Art Nouveau Style White Alabaster & Bronze Three-Light Chandelier Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
from the Art Nouveau era, then this midcentury made, 1970s alabaster, bronze and brass chandelier could
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Mid-20th Century European Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Bronze
Pair of Carved Wood and Transparent Marble Light Covers, Art of Asia.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of carved wood and transparent marble light covers, Art of Asia, 19th century.
A pair of
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Antique 19th Century Asian Art Nouveau Furniture
Materials
Marble
Swedish 1940s Organic Art Nouveau Light Green Leaf Bowl
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Stunning handmade Swedish 1940s Art Nouveau decorative vide poche bowl. Green leaves organically
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic
Large Antique French Art Nouveau Pedant Light 1910 Floral Glass Light Chandelier
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Exquisite large Art Nouveau pendant light with Floral carved glass shade from France 1910.
The
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze, Brass
H 35.44 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Swedish Art Nouveau Brass and Opaline Glass Table Light
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish art nouveau light from the 1920s. The table light has a base made by hand in solid brass
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Art Nouveau French Brass & Frosted Glass Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French frosted glass, brass desk light / table lamp
2,5 meter black cotton wire, plug and switch
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Elegant Art Nouveau Pendant Light in Brass and Glass
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant Art Deco chandelier or lantern in brass and glass.
Belgium, 1900-1930.
The light
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Art Nouveau Brass three-light Candlesticks
Located in Leesburg, VA
Pair of Art Nouveau Brass three-light Candlesticks
Anonymous
Probably Europe; ca. 1900
Brass
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
French Art Nouveau Emile Galle Cameo Glass Blue Mountain Night Light c1920
By Émile Gallé
Located in Worcester Park, GB
Very rare late Art Nouveau Emile Galle Cameo glass 'blue mountain' landscape vase, depicting
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass
Materials
Art Glass
French Art Nouveau Lighted Gilt Bronze Inkwell with Sculpture by Korschann
Located in New York, NY
A French Art Nouveau lighted gilt bronze sculpture by Charles Korschann, depicting a woman holding
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Materials
Bronze
Single Art Nouveau Brass Double Light Wall Candle Sconce Unelectrified
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a sweet brass sconce in the simply elegant art nouveau style. It has the traditional urn
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Antique Art Nouveau and Art Glass Ceiling Light with Grape Leaf Design
Located in Houston, TX
This Art Nouveau ceiling or flush-mount light has a lovely patina and has a design that is Art
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Opaline Pendant Light With Tassel
Located in Charleston, SC
Art Nouveau Opaline Pendant Light with Tassel
This is an all original art nouveau light. The glass
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
20th Century Art Nouveau Large Theatre Pendant Chandelier Light
Located in Surrey, BC
A great hanging g pendant with cast decorative elements, mica as well as.
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Vintage 1920s American Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Art Nouveau Patinated Bronze and Frosted Glass Six-Light Chandelie
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Large Art Nouveau solid patinated bronze six-light chandelier with beautiful frosted glass candle
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Mirrored Glass Wall Light from Restaurant in Paris
Located in Milano, IT
Wonderful mirror with applique from the Art Nouveau period, marvellous French manufacture, from a
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Jugendstil Art Nouveau Hammered Copper and Glass Ceiling Light, 1910s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Fine Swedish Jugendstil suspension light from the 1910-1920s. The body is made of copper, entirely
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Vintage 1910s Swedish Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Woman Sculpture with Light in Marble, 1900, France, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Murano Art Nouveau Square Art Glass and Brass Wall Light and Sconce, 1910
By Murano 5
Located in Rome, IT
the time. Internally it has a light bulb. Pair of niche objects and highly sought after, for their
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Vintage 1910s Italian Art Nouveau Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 7.49 in W 7.88 in D 2.76 in
Art Nouveau Style Gilt Metal Three-Light Lantern with Subtle Scrolling Effects
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Midcentury Continental Art Nouveau style gilt metal lantern with three lights. Immerse your space
Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Nouveau Lanterns
Materials
Metal
H 28 in W 14 in D 14 in
Art Nouveau Three-light Chandelier in Gilded Bronze and swarowski pendants
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Art Nouveau three-light chandelier in gilded bronze and swarowski pendants
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Pair Of Art Nouveau Style Silvered Bronze Four Light Iris Candelabra
Located in Bridgeport, CT
base. Overall gently used condition. Fine Art Nouveau style in the flowers and swirled details.
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Candelabras
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Art Nouveau Style Brass and White Glass Two-Light Pendant Chandelier
Located in Barntrup, DE
Art Nouveau style brass and white glass two-light pendant chandelier, Germany, circa the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s German Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Art Nouveau Style Eight-Light Chandelier Silver Argente Over Bronze
Located in Manhasset, NY
Silver argente over bronze, French eight-light chandelier in the Art Nouveau style, the top
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Vintage 1940s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Table light with opaline glass shade in floral Art Nouveau Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
table light with opaline glass shade in floral Art Nouveau
Handformed, sandcasted base, handblown
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2010s European Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Huge Art Nouveau Copper Three Branch Ceiling Light with Holophane Shades
By Faraday & Son
Located in Nottingham, GB
this beautiful art nouveau styled feature light
The three branches are finished with stunning
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Vintage 1910s British Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
French Art Nouveau Jugendstil Brass Glass Four-Light Chandelier, 1900-1910
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
One of kind Art Nouveau period brass and cut glass four-light chandelier, France, 1900-1910. Richly
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Pair of French Iron Art Nouveau Glass Panel Lantern Pendent Light Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of French iron scroll fixtures in the Art Nouveau motif, with glass panels set
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Vintage 1950s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Large Art Nouveau Oval Glass Pendant Light w/ Stylized Rectangular Frame
Located in San Francisco, CA
A large pendant light with a dark, patinated metal structure framing an egg-shaped glass shade. The
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Viennese Art Nouveau Silver 5-Light Candelabra by Josef Kurzweil, circa 1900
By Viennese Manufactory
Located in Vienna, AT
Decorative large five-light silver candelabra on a round base, with embossed and chased geometric
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Signed Art Nouveau Patinated Spelter Lighted Sculpture of Loie Fuller or Lamp
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
copyrighted by Napoleon Alliot of France and dates to approximately 1905 and done in the period Art Nouveau
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Spelter
H 28 in W 9.5 in D 11.5 in
Single Art Nouveau wall light with rods, possible Venini Barovier or Seguso
By Seguso, Veronese, Fratelli Toso, Venini, Barovier
Located in Lugo, IT
Single Art Nouveau cane sconce, possibly Venini Barovier or Seguso.
Good condition
Thanks
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Vintage 1910s Italian Art Nouveau Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
H 9.06 in W 13.78 in D 7.09 in
Rare Art Nouveau Fine Quality Carved Chandelier / Pendant Light Chandelier 1910s
Located in Lisse, NL
Art Nouveau pendant too will be rewired for safe and immediate usage (wherever you are) and delivery
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood
Set of 4 antique design dining chairs, Jugendstil/Art Nouveau style, light skai
Located in Harderwijk, NL
These wonderful antique Art Nouveau dining chairs fit into virtually any interior due to their
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
H 38.59 in W 17.33 in D 20.08 in
French Art Nouveau Brass Cut Blown Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning Art Nouveau flush mount ceiling light. Striking French design from the 1900s. Original
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Brass French Art Nouveau Hall Light or Pendant with Beveled Glass, 1915
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Nouveau hall light or pendant.
Striking French design from circa 1915
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Antique Floral Art Deco / Art Nouveau French 1920 Chandelier Pendant Light Glass
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous & Timeless! This French Art nouveau / early Art Deco pedant light from the 1920s Amazing
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
H 23.63 in Dm 13.78 in
French Art Nouveau Orange and White Glass Pendant Light Signed Noverdy, 1920s
By Jean Noverdy
Located in Barntrup, DE
This adorable French Art Nouveau period pendant chandelier features a mottled “Pâte de Verre” art
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Art Nouveau Light Brown Baltic Pine Wood Chest of Drawers with Mirror, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Art Nouveau-style chest of drawers with mirror, made in the 1920s of solid Baltic pine wood. Five
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Vintage 1920s Latvian Art Nouveau Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
H 74.41 in W 49.22 in D 24.22 in
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- 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.
- What does light mean in art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Light is a universal symbol in art that gives the piece a three-dimensional and realistic feel.