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Bronze Garden Fountain Art Nouveau Fairy Nymph
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Delighful bronze garden fountain the Art Nouveau manner
Figural form showing four garden fairys or
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Vintage 1980s Art Nouveau Fountains
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Fairy Tale Princess Vase by RStK Amphora
By Reissner Stellmacher & Kessel
Located in Chicago, US
Model #2047
Riessner, Stellmacher and Kessel (RSt&K), consistently marked pieces with the tradename “Amphora” by the late 1890s and became known by that name. The Amphora pottery fa...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Porcelain, Glass
Pair of Art Nouveau Fairy Vases with Original Glass Liners, English, c. 1900
Located in London, GB
A charming pair of Art Nouveau vases featuring a pair of fairies. One of the fairies calls out to
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Spelter
H 9.65 in W 11.03 in D 3.27 in
"La Fée" French Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture by Louis Chalon
By Louis Chalon
Located in New York, NY
A French Art Nouveau "Fairy" or "La Fée" bronze sculpture by Louis Chalon. A nude female figure
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
White Gold Art Nouveau Artisan Pendant Necklace with Cushion Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
featured in Vogue UA and is a piece of jewelry by artist Polya Medvedeva with art nouveau fairy tale motifs
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Rock Crystal, Quartz, Brown Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Amethyst, ...
Pushkin's Fairy Tales Princess - Fantasy Art - Art Nouveau
Located in Miami, FL
wearing an open blue cloak with red lining. It is adorned with art nouveau ornamentation that repeats the
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1960s Art Nouveau Landscape Paintings
Materials
Tempera, Illustration Board
White Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Large Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
. It is a jewellery by artist with art nouveau fairy tale motives of the plants, designed by the oil
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Brown Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Citrine, Y...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Floral Pendant Necklace with Amethyst and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
was featured in Vogue UA and is a piece of jewelry by artist Polya Medvedeva with art nouveau fairy
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Rock Crystal, Quartz, Brown Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, ...
White Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Emerald Cut Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
a piece of jewelry by artist Polya Medvedeva with art nouveau fairy tale motifs of plants.
The gem
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Rock Crystal, Brown Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Quartz, Diamond, Citrine, 1...
Art Nouveau Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold Fairy Brooch, Circa 1900
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as a fairy with a highly rendered female form
With spread wings shining with
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Sculpture Vase: Enchanting Fairy (Circa 1897)
Located in Lisbon, PT
sculpture's intricate details and flowing lines exemplify Art Nouveau's essence.
Dimensions: Height: 22.45 in
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Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Metal, Brass, Zinc
Dragonfly & Fairy Art Nouveau Plaque by Delphin Massier
By Delphin Massier, Clement Massier
Located in Chicago, US
Art Nouveau Ceramics; An Illustrated Dictionary" by Paul Arthur
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Earthenware
Antique Art Nouveau Brooch Art Glass Signed Gabriel Stalin Fairy Dragonfly Lady
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This rare satin art glass medallion executed in relief depicts a fairy or a nympf designed as a
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Antique Early 1900s French Vanity Items
Art Nouveau Nude Fairy on Marble Base, Franz Rosse, German (1858-1900)
By Franz Rosse
Located in Petaluma, CA
This lovely bronze is the epitome of art nouveau movement. The stylized nature themes, flowers
Category
Antique 1890s German Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Fairies among the Lily Pads - Female Illustrator Fantasy
Located in Miami, FL
charming fairy with expanded wings resting on Lilly stems. With a makeshift fishing pole and a spider as
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Ink, Watercolor
Peter Pan Fairies are Exquisite Dancers Lithograph Print Arthur Rackham Framed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Nouveau iIlustration Print featuring the well-known Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens "Fairies
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Vintage 1920s American Art Nouveau Prints
Materials
Wood, Paper
H 22 in W 18 in D 1 in
Fairy Lady Nouveau 1910 Enamel Brooch Pin Necklace Silver and 18 Karat Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
period of Nouveau
approx made 20+ years ago
Overall as new condition
use as a brooch pin or Necklace
Has
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Early 2000s Spanish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling ...
Fairy in the Pussy Willows with Baby and Spider Web Fantasy Children's Book
Located in Miami, FL
children's themes - School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
Exhibitions History
December 8
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1920s Art Nouveau Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor, Pencil
The Little Mermaid - Fairy Tales - English Female Illustrator Pen and Ink
Located in Miami, FL
was in Kensington, London to attend art school,[3] where she became a follower of Art Nouveau in the
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1890s Pre-Raphaelite Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Ink, Pen
H 11 in W 7.75 in D 1 in
Turquoise Gold Ring with Moonstones Forest Fairy Seafoam Green Natural Gemstones
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14k white gold ring with natural Turquoise and Moonstones
turquoise origin - Armenia
moonstones origin - Sri-Lanka
turquoise measurements - 0.12 х 0.63 х 0.71 in / 3 х 16 х 18 mm
tu...
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2010s French Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Materials
Turquoise, Moonstone, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Cendrillon
By Emile Bertrand
Located in New York, NY
Cinderella story, while simultaneously imbuing the poster image with Art Nouveau and symbolist motifs
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1890s Art Nouveau Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
circa 1898 Tycoon's Winged Fairies Art Nouveau Bronze Vase-
By Jean Garnier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th century Enchanted French Art Nouveau Bronze Vase by noted sculptor Jean Garnier. Three panel
Category
Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Urns
Materials
Bronze
Whiteside & Blank Art Nouveau Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fairy Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as a winged fairy nymph - her figure is highly rendered in gold. With spread
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Yellow Sapphire Pearl Ruby 14 Karat Gold Fairy Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is ornately rendered as two mirrored womanly figures with whiplashed details surrounded by undulating petals
Petals are glossed with pink and purple enamel that exhibits some...
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Butterfly Fairy Maiden Brooch Rare Art Nouveau Unger Brothers Sterling Silver
By Unger Brothers
Located in New York, NY
This is a museum quality Art Nouveau Brooch in Sterling Silver depicting a butterfly fairy maiden
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
2 Royal Bavaria Hutschenreuther Favorit Art Nouveau Embossed Chargers Fairies 13
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of vintage Hutschenreuther Selb, Bavaria magenta porcelain chargers with Art Nouveau embossed
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Platters and Serveware
Materials
Gold
H 1.5 in Dm 12.75 in
Antique Enamelled Fairies Brooch, 18k Gold Filigree and Diamond, Art Nouveau
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, French Art Nouveau era enamelled fairy brooch.
This is such an unusual piece
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
2 Art Nouveau Figural Fairy Cherub Silver Plated Marble Glass Candy Compotes
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of two antique Art Nouveau silver plate stands shaped like dancing fairies (instead of the
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Marble, Silver Plate
Antique Art Nouveau Winged Angel Ring Diamond Fairy 18k Yellow Gold Conversion
Located in Torrance, CA
Originally an antique Art Nouveau era stick pin (circa 1900s to 1910s), the winged angel is crafted
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Band Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau circa 1910 WMF Plated Metal Fairy with Dove, Lily Visiting Card Tray
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
WMF Art Nouveau visiting card tray decorated with a fairy standing before two large lily leaves
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau More Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal
H 8.7 in W 11.8 in D 9.1 in
Oil painintg "Dance of the fairies" Hans Tichy ca. 1900 Viennese Art Nouveau
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
Hans Tichy (1861 Brno - 1925 Vienna) studied at the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna with A. Eisenmenger, C. L. Müller & C. Griepenkerl, 1914-1925 professor at the same and 1921 - 1925 di...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 57.09 in W 82.68 in D 1.97 in
Fine Art Nouveau Amphora Rstk Fairy Tale Princess Portrait Vase, circa 1904-1905
By Reissner Stellmacher & Kessel
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Art Nouveau amphora fairy tale princess portrait vase.
Manufactured by Riessner, Stellmacher &
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Ceramic
H 9.13 in Dm 4.13 in
Pair of early 20th Century silhouette ink pictures of a procession of fairies
By Arthur Rackham
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Circle of Arthur Rackham (British, 1867-1939)
Procession of the fairies, a pair
Ink on paper
7.1/4
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink
H 7.25 in W 14.25 in D 1 in
Wedgwood Fairy Luster Bowl in Dragon Pattern
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Wedgwood fairy luster bowl in dragon pattern.
Measures: 20 cm. x 14 cm.
In perfect condition
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Vintage 1920s English Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls
Jean Garnier, Pair of French Art Nouveau Bronze Table Lamps
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Jean Garnier (1853-1910) a pair of French Art Nouveau bronze table lamps, Fairies in landscape.
In
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Wedgwood, England, "Fairy" Bowl in Luster Glaze Decorated with Birds
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Wedgwood, England. "Fairy" bowl in luster glaze decorated with birds, 1930s-1940s.
Measures: 9.2 x
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Vintage 1930s English Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
Masriera Plique a Jour Enamel Citrine Amethyst Diamond Fairy Nymph Brooch Penda
By Masriera
Located in New York, NY
Marsiera delicate 18k gold brooch, can be worn as a slide pendant, depicting a nymph fairy with
Category
20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Enamel
Meyle & Mayer Art Nouveau Fairy Girl Poppy Flower Locket Pendant Silver Enamel
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This magnificent example of Art Nouveau jewellery design displays great elegance and a wonderful
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Jean Paul Gaultier Art Nouveau Fairy Graphic Jersey Knit Tank Top or Shirt
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Sparks, NV
Art Nouveau-inspired fairy graphic tank by Jean Paul Gaultier. Fully lined with no closure (pulls
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2010s Italian Blouses
Vintage Pastel Glass Fairy Choker
Located in New York, NY
This magical vintage choker necklace takes #FAIRYCORE to a whole new level, with magical art
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Vintage 1980s Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces
Nouveau 1910 Enamel Brooch Necklace Silver and 18 Karat Gold Fairy Lady Style
Located in Brooklyn, NY
10.3 grams
Dangling pearl on the bottom
Style is based from the period of Nouveau
approx made 20
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Early 2000s Spanish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Silver, Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Yellow Go...
Original Poster-Bertrand-Cinderella Opera-Massenet-Fairy Tale, 1899
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Original Poster-Bertrand-Cinderella Opera-Massenet-Fairy Tale, 1899
Poster of 1899 for the
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Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Posters
Materials
Paper
Lalique Crystal “Les Fees” 'The Fairy' Perfume Bottle
By Lalique
Located in Guaynabo, PR
squatting fairy stopper. The bottle is signed below the base Lalique encircled R France and also, it is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Crystal Serveware
Materials
Crystal
Original Vintage Print of Fairies by Winifred Bromhall, circa 1900
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Amazing image by Winifred Bromhall
Lithograph.
Published circa 1900
The measurement given is the paper size. The actual printed image measures 8 x 5.75 inches
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Prints
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Print of Fairies by Winifred Bromhall. circa 1900
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Amazing image by Winifred Bromhall
Lithograph.
Published circa 1900
The measurement given is the paper size. The actual printed image measures 8 x 5.75 inches.
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Prints
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Print of Fairies by Winifred Bromhall, circa 1900
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Amazing image by Winifred Bromhall
Lithograph.
Published circa 1900
The measurement given is the paper size. The actual printed image measures 8 x 5.75 inches.
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Prints
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Print of Fairies by Anne Anderson, C.1920
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Lovely image by Anne Anderson
Lithograph.
Published circa 1920
The measurement given is the paper size
Slightly marked in the margin bottom left corner
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Vintage 1920s British Art Nouveau Prints
Materials
Paper
Set of 6 Original Vintage Prints After Winifred Bromhall, Children, Fairies
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
6 Amazing images by Winifred Bromhall.
Lithographs.
Published circa 1900
The measurement given is the paper Size. The actual printed image measures 8 x 5.75 inches.
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Prints
Materials
Paper
Wedgwood, England, "Fairy" Bowl in Luster Glaze Decorated with Birds
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Wedgwood, England. "Fairy" bowl in luster glaze decorated with birds, 1920s.
Measures: 18.5 x 9 cm
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century, Tapestry Cushion or Pillow, Fairy Nymph, Duck Feather Insert
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
has an Art Nouveau style, depicting a winged fairy girl child (Nymph) with mauve or lilac detail among
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Mid-20th Century Great Britain (UK) Art Nouveau Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fabric
H 16 in W 17.5 in D 6 in
Fairy Nymph pendant brooch, 18k gold, plique-à-jour enamel 0.20 cts. diamonds
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Nouveau of René Lalique. He also worked in Art Deco style jewelry. He was president of the Royal Catalan
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
H 2.31 in D 0.46 in Dm 1.78 in
Art Nouveau Bronze Inkwell Fairy on Shell
Located in LAS VEGAS, NV
Offering this antique art nouveau bronze inkwell. Featuring a fairy on a large shell and two lids
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Inkwells
Materials
Bronze
Heidi Warr Limited Edition "Fairies" Vase
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Heidi Warr Fairies Vase. Edition of 9 Tower Vases; each vase has a different colourway on the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Nouveau Vases
Large Lalique "Fairy" Three Winged Sprites Vase in Polished & Frosted Crystal
By Lalique
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Offering this tremendous, signed and numbered Lalique "Fairy" vase featuring three winged fairy or
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Crystal
H 11.5 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 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.