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Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener
Located in NYC, NY
An Art Nouveau bronze letter opener with beautiful carvings.
Category
Early 20th Century Portuguese Art Nouveau Desk Accessories
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Flower Pot, 1930s
Located in Delft, NL
Art Nouveau bronze flower pot, 1930s.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Nouveau Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Materials
Bronze
French Art Nouveau Bronze Floral Inkwell
Located in New York, NY
French Art Nouveau bronze floral design inkwell with handles and iridescent glass well.
Category
20th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Materials
Bronze
French Art Nouveau Bronze Guimard Chandelier
By Hector Guimard
Located in Rebais, FR
Art Nouveau Bronze Hector Guimard Chandelier with nickel finish and dark blue pate de verre.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Meiji Art Nouveau Bronze Lotus Vase
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Meiji period Art Nouveau bronze vase in shape of a lotus, hand incised detailing and rare
Category
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau bronze mounted Art Glass Vase
Located in Fairfax, VA
Patinated art nouveau bronze base with hand blown art glass insert vase.
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Bronze
Austrian Art Nouveau Bronze Lamp
Located in Houston, TX
Lovely period Austrian Art Nouveau bronze table lamp. This beautifully detailed, high quality
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Art Nouveau Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Art Nouveau bronze sconces with foliage motif.
Measurements
Height: 17.25"
Depth: 6
Category
Vintage 1920s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Art Nouveau Bronze Stem Vases
By Auguste Delaherche
Located in Miami, FL
A fine pair of Art Nouveau bronze vases decorated with vines and leaves.
In perfect condition with
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau bronze chandelier
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
Art Nouveau bronze chandelier
A luxurious chandelier from the Art Nouveau period with distinctive
Category
Antique 1890s French Vienna Secession Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
French Art Nouveau Bronze Heron Floor Lamp
Located in New York, NY
French Art Nouveau bronze floor lamp with heron eating berries from tree on a shaped base.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Floor Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Art Nouveau Bronze Vases
Located in Ipswich, GB
Pair of Art Nouveau bronze vases having a shaped vase with engraved shaped handles raised on a
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Early 20th Century Vases
Materials
Bronze
French Art Nouveau Bronze Dore and Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
French Art Nouveau bronze dore 4 arm chandelier with 6 shaped frosted glass panels
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Art nouveau bronze sculpture
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Art nouveau bronze sculpture
Origin France Circa 1900
Signed and dated on its base
Illegible
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French Art Nouveau Bronze Dore Wall Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Art Nouveau bronze dore wall sconces with thee arms and whiplash design.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Gold Leaf
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze D'ore Chandelier, Circa 1910.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Art Nouveau bronze d'ore chandelier, circa 1910.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Art Nouveau Bronze Chandelier with Greek Key
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine Pair of Art Nouveau bronze chandelier with Greek Key featuring 6 iridescent shades
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Vintage 1920s American Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Bust "Lucrece” by E Villanis
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in London, GB
A entrancing late 19th century French Art Nouveau bronze bust entitled ‘Lucrece’, of a beautiful
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts
Materials
Bronze
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze D'Ore Chandelier, Circa 1900-1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Art Nouveau bronze D'Ore chandelier, Circa 1900-1910.
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Austrian Art Nouveau Bronze Art Glass Water Fontain Table Lamp
Located in Fairfax, VA
Stunning large art nouveau bronze water fountain Art glass table lamp.
She is looking at her image
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Massive Art Nouveau Bronze Poseidon Inkwell, by Hans Müller
By Hans Muller
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Massive Art Nouveau Bronze Poseidon Inkwell, by Hans Müller
Austrian, circa 1900.
Behold the Art
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Antique Late 19th Century Belle Époque Inkwells
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Mounted Loetz Vase, Stamped Made in Austria
By Loetz Glass
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Nouveau bronze mounted Loetz vase, stamped made in Austria', in two parts the vase with
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture Nude Snake Charmer, Germany Ca. 1900
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Nouveau bronze sculpture nude snake charmer, Germany ca. 1900.
Bronze sculpture with silver
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20th Century German Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture of Draped Nude by Henri Godet
By Henri Godet
Located in Norwood, NJ
Henri Godet Art Nouveau signed sculpture of draped nude. Late 19th century antique. Art Nouveau
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
French Art Nouveau Bronze and Cut Glass Pendant, circa 1900s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A wonderful and unique Art Nouveau bronze and cut glass pendant, France, circa 1900s.
Socket: 1 x
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Vase Homage to Edvard Much by Charles Coudray
By Georges Charles Coudray
Located in London, GB
Georges Charles Coudray Art Nouveau Bronze vase Homage to Edvard Munch. Signed to the side G
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Antique Late 19th Century Vases
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Bust by Alfred Jean Foretay Circa 1900
By Alfred Jean Foretay
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
Art Nouveau bronze bust , circa 1900
Alfred Jean Foretay, 1861-1944,
A renowned artist of the
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Busts
Materials
Bronze
'Bohemienne' Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture by Emmanuel Villanis, circa 1890
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
'Bohemienne' An Art Nouveau bronze sculpture by Emmanuel Villanis (1858-1914), depicting an elegant
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 18.12 in W 7.88 in D 5.52 in
Auguste Delaherche (1857-1940). Pair of large Art Nouveau bronze vases.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Auguste Delaherche (1857-1940). A pair of large Art Nouveau bronze vases decorated with pine cones
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Danish Art Nouveau Bronze Candleholders, 1930s. Set of 2.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Art Nouveau Bronze Candleholders, 1930s. Set of 2.
Lovely pair of candlestick in
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Nouveau Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Antique Jugendstil Austrian Art Glass Art Nouveau Bronze Mounted Vase
By Loetz Glass
Located in Atlanta, GA
the glass and mounted with an art nouveau bronze mount. We have been unable to determine a maker of
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Vases
Materials
Bronze
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze D'ore Jewel Box with Enamel Flowers Ca. 1920.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Art Nouveau bronze d'ore jewel box with enamel flowers, circa 1920.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
H 3.5 in W 4.25 in D 2.5 in
Cleopatra Art Nouveau bronze bust woman with snake by Isidore De Rudder
By Isidore De Rudder
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cleopatra, Art Nouveau bronze bust woman with snake by Isidore De Rudder
With foundry seal Luppens
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Busts
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 22.05 in W 11.03 in D 10.24 in
Art Nouveau Bronze Mounted Marquetry Tray Table by Majorelle
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
Louis Majorelle - art Nouveau - bronze mounted - marquetry tray table
A French Art Nouveau Tray
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Tray Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Large Victorian Art Nouveau Bronze Front Door Letter Box with Door Knocker
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large Victorian Art Nouveau bronze front door letter box with door knocker.
A good piece with a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Architectural Elements
Materials
Bronze
H 4.5 in W 9.5 in D 3.5 in
Art Nouveau bronze chandelier
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
Amazing chandelier from the Art Nouveau period in top quality. Body in patinated bronze. Glass
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Very Rare Art Nouveau Bronze Spoon Warmer Modeled After A Toad
Located in Austin, TX
Enjoy a serving of sheer whimsy with this unique Art Nouveau bronze spoon warmer designed as a toad
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Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Bronze Serving Tray with Calla Lilies
Located in Barntrup, DE
Early 20th-century Art Nouveau bronze serving tray with calla lilies.
A beautiful Art Nouveau
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Platters and Serveware
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture Dancing Nude Couple La Danse by Charles Samuel
By Charles Samuel
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Nouveau bronze sculpture dancing nude couple, La Danse by Charles Samuel.
Patinated bronze on
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Antique Early 1900s Belgian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 12.6 in W 8.67 in D 6.3 in
Art Nouveau Bronze Femme Écrivant by Julien Causse
By Julien Causse
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
ART NOUVEAU BRONZE BY JULIEN CAUSSE
A stunning sculpture that embodies the elegance of the Art
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble, Bronze
Art Nouveau bronze nude sculpture EVE signed Antoine Bofill, France 1905.
By Antoine Bofill
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Nouveau bronze nude sculpture EVE signed by Antoine Bofill, France 1905.
Eve with apple and
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 9.85 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in
Art Nouveau bronze chandelier with iridescent glass shades
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
Art Nouveau bronze chandelier with iridescent glass shades
A luxurious model of a chandelier from
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Pair Art Nouveau Bronze Fish Scale Candlesticks, Style of Tiffany Studios
By Tiffany Studios
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair Art Nouveau Bronze Fish Scale Candlesticks, Style of Tiffany Studios
USA, 20th Century
This
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20th Century American Art Nouveau Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Cleopatra Art Nouveau bronze bust woman with snake by Isidore De Rudder 1900
By Isidore De Rudder, H. Luppens & Cie
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cleopatra, Art Nouveau bronze bust woman with snake by Isidore De Rudder
With foundry seal Luppens
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Busts
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 14.57 in W 7.09 in D 6.3 in
Pair of Art Nouveau bronze busts Mignon and Esmeralda by Emmanuel Villanis, 1896
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pair of Art Nouveau bronze busts of a young woman Mignon and Esmeralda by Emmanuel Villanis.
Both
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 8.08 in W 4.14 in D 3.55 in
Japanese Art Nouveau Bronze Urn
Located in New York, NY
Japanese late Meiji period Art Nouveau large bronze urn. The piece showcases secessionist elements
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Art Nouveau Urns
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Sculptural Tray Indoor Fountain with Nude by Suzanne Bizard
By Susanne Bizard
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Nouveau bronze sculptural tray indoor fountain with seated nude holding a vase signed by
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 14.77 in W 18.12 in D 12.21 in
French Art Nouveau Bronze Inkwell
By Albert Cheuret
Located in New York, NY
French Art Nouveau oval shaped bronze inkwell with pine cones and needles design (signed: ALBERT
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Materials
Bronze
Julien Caussé, Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of a Young Beauty, France, circa 1900
By Julien Causse
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Julien Caussé, a well listed French sculptor.
Art Nouveau bronze bust of a young beauty "Cigale
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Busts
French Art Nouveau Bronze Vase
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful French bronze vase from the Art Nouveau period, made during the early 1900s, fine French
Category
Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Jardiniere Planter
Located in New York, NY
Antique French bronze jardiniere with blue glazed ceramic insert with the prominent face of a
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Guimard Chandelier
By Hector Guimard
Located in Rebais, FR
Art Nouveau Guimard chandelier with bronze nickel finish and dark blue glass.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Mistletoe Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Sculptural early 1900s art nouveau antique bronze mistletoe chandelier. Berries are made from glass
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
French Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture
Located in Fairfax, VA
This beautifully made French bronze sculpture of a young woman will wow you with its craftsmanship
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Lily Pad & Water Nymph Candlesticks, Signed CH Barr, 1902
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Nouveau Bronze Lily Pad & Water Nymph Candlesticks, Signed CH Barr, 1902
This exquisite pair
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Coat Hook
Located in Vienna, AT
Cast bronze made in Austria, circa 1900-1910.
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Hat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Pair Art Nouveau Bronze Relief Wall Plaques
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of fine Art Nouveau / Jugendstyl gilt bronze relief wall plaques, with wonderful details
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Decorative Art
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Taisho Art Nouveau Bronze Table Lamp with Chrysanthemums and Oak Leaves
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Taisho period Art Nouveau bronze table lamp with intricate floral design of chrysanthemums
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Taisho Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
French Art Nouveau Bronze Inkwell
Located in Nashville, TN
Handmade bronze inkwell consists of three removable cups, the largest of which has a removable top
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Antique 19th Century French Inkwells
Materials
Bronze
Antique Art Nouveau Bronze Handel Table Lamp Steuben Aurene Glass Shades 1910
By Steuben Glass
Located in Portland, OR
A fine antique American Art Nouveau bronze lamp with gold Steuben Gold Aurene iridescent glass
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Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
H 22 in W 19.25 in D 6 in
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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of art nouveau bronze for your home. An item from our selection of art nouveau bronze — often made from metal, bronze and glass — can elevate any home. There are 2570 variations of the antique or vintage choice in our collection of art nouveau bronze you’re looking for, while we also have 26 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the object in our assortment of art nouveau bronze you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right option in this array of art nouveau bronze, those designed in Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Arts and Crafts styles are of considerable interest. A well-made piece of art nouveau bronze has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Tiffany Studios, Emmanuel Villanis and Louis Majorelle are consistently popular.
How Much is a Art Nouveau Bronze?
Prices for a piece of art nouveau bronze start at $10 and top out at $450,000 with the average selling for $3,315.
Questions About Art Nouveau Bronze
- 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 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 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.
- 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 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.