Art Nouveau
Art Nouveau (1890-1914) was a decorative art style
in response to the Industrial Revolution. Some artists welcomed technological
progress and embraced the possibilities of new materials such as cast iron. Whereas
others avoided mass-produced goods and applied high standards of craftsmanship
to everyday objects. Art Nouveau was embraced by all the arts including
architecture, furniture, jewellery, ceramics and textiles.
Modern Designs by F. Fuzier
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Moderne Bluemen, Series 2, 1905
Christian Stroll, Plauen
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The artwork was inspired by natural forms and structure, featuring
rhythmic floral patterns and curved lines. These elegant flowing designs were
often united with more angular contours and geometric forms. Art Nouveau was also influenced by Japanese
art, for instance the flat perspective and strong colours of Japanese wood
block prints.
Design Plates by A.E. Seguy
Les Fleurs et leurs applications decoratives: 30 Plances, 1901
Drawings of nature from bud to
blossom using hand-coloured stencil prints which produced a vibrant range of
colours and bold patterns.
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Alphonse Mucha,
Series of Printed Posters
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