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Pair of Joseph Sankey & Sons Art Nouveau Jugs
By Joseph Sankey & Sons
Located in Altrincham, GB
Pair of Joseph Sankey & Sons Art Nouveau Jugs with sylised motifs - Bilston, Wolverhampton 1890
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Jars
Materials
Brass
Pair of Art Nouveau Jugs Floral Decoration
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Pair of Art Nouveau jugs floral decoration
Origin France circa 1900
natural wear
illegible
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Dinner Plates
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau jug in English silver and cut crystal
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Jarra modernista en plata inglesa y cristal tallado
Esta exquisita jarra Art Nouveau, una pieza que
Category
20th Century English Art Nouveau Jars
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Lobmeyr Vienna Signed Art Nouveau Jug Enamel Gold Made after 1905
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
FINE ART GLASS VINTAGE / JUG WITH GOLDEN ENAMEL PAINTINGS
MANUFACTORY: most probably Meyr’s
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Glass
Materials
Enamel
Pair of antique art nouveau quality porcelain jugs
Located in Ipswich, GB
Pair of antique art nouveau quality porcelain jugs having a quality pair of art nouveau jugs with
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Floral Art Nouveau Porcelain Jug Villeroy & Boch WMF
By Villeroy & Boch
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Set of three Art Nouveau jugs from Villeroy & Boch, 1890-1900. A very rare set of jugs with floral
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Art Nouveau Style 1920s Danish Silver Water Jug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Danish silver water/cordial jug made in the Art Nouveau
Category
Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Silver
Art Nouveau Flemish Earthenware Three Handled Vase by Leo Maes Vereenooghe
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Art Nouveau Flemish earthenware three handled vase with applied L.M.V mark and decorated
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Earthenware
An Art Nouveau Lemonade Jug
Located in London, GB
France, circa 1910
An Art Nouveau frosted glass lemonade jug, with engraved silver lid of foliate
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Silver
WMF Art Nouveau Claret Jug c1905
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : WMF art nouveau claret jug
Date : c1905 – has a WMF G ‘ostrich’ mark with a date range of
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Glass
Materials
Glass
Pair of Art Nouveau Wine Jugs
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Pair of Art nouveau wine jugs.
W.M.F fabric.
Circa 1900 Origin Germany.
Material: Glass and silver
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Bottles
Materials
Metal
1920s Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Coffee Jug
By George Unite & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver Art Nouveau coffee jug
Category
20th Century English Art Nouveau Tea Sets
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
French Art Nouveau Silvered Jug, 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A captivating Art Nouveau masterpiece crafted in France (1910-1921), this silver-crystal pitcher
Category
20th Century French Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Richard Teschner for Loetz Merman Glass Jug c1906, Uranium Glass Elements
By Johann Lötz Witwe, Richard Teschner
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Striking Art Nouveau jug was designed by Richard Teschner in 1906 for Lötz Witwe, Klostermühle. It
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Art Glass, Uranium Glass, Glass
H 6.5 in W 6.65 in D 4.8 in
Archibald Knox Tudric Art Nouveau Lidded Pewter Jug
By Archibald Knox
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish art nouveau Tudric pewter jug molded with stylized floral designs by renowned designer
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Serving Pieces
Materials
Pewter
Art Nouveau French Tetard Sterling Wash Basin / Jug
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Early 20th century Art Nouveau French tetard sterling wash basin and jug . The silver pedestal jug
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Art Nouveau Quality Jug and Bowl Set
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fantastic original antique art nouveau quality jug and bowl set in wonderful light and dark green
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Steam Cultivator Whiskey Jug
By Rachel Hubbard Kline
Located in Kansas City, MO
Artist: Rachel Hubbard Kline
Title : Steam Cultivator Whiskey Jug
Materials : Stoneware, underglaze
Category
2010s Art Nouveau Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Luster, Stoneware, Glaze, Underglaze
Art nouveau silver plate jug and bowl by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Art nouveau silver plate jug and bowl by Christofle circa 1890
Fine quality jug and bowl by well
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique 1933 Art Nouveau Style Sterling Silver Cream Jug / Creamer
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver cream jug in the Art Nouveau style
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
French Art Nouveau Style Figural Silverplate & Cristallerie Lorraine Claret Jug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Art Nouveau Style Figural Silverplate & Cristallerie Lorraine Claret Jug
This exquisite
Category
20th Century French Art Nouveau Crystal Serveware
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
H 10 in W 7.5 in D 5.5 in
Onnaing Majolica Coligny Art Nouveau Pitcher/Jug, France, c. 1880
By Frie Onnaing
Located in London, GB
A bright and colourful Art Nouveau Majolica pitcher made by Frie Onnaing in northern France in c
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
Two Art Nouveau Silver and Glass Wine Jugs by Devaux
Located in London, GB
These graceful claret jugs were created in France in the early 20th century, when Art Nouveau was
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Crystal, Silver
Doulton Lambeth Art Nouveau Beaded Floral Jug by Annie Partridge
By Doulton Lambeth
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish Art Nouveau Doulton Lambeth jug decorated with leaf and floral designs by renowned
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Stoneware
Royal Doulton Flambe Glazed Silver Mounted Art Nouveau Cream Jug 1907
By Royal Daulton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A delightful and scarce Art Nouveau Royal Doulton Flambe ceramic cream jug with silver mounts dated
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Ceramics
Materials
Silver
Art-Nouveau 1940's Silver Plated Claret Jug by Topazio Casquinha, Portugal.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Art-Nouveau 1940's Silver Plated Claret / Wine Jug
Maker’s mark: Topazio Casquinha
Portuguese
Category
Vintage 1940s Portuguese Art Nouveau Pitchers and Decanters
Materials
Silver Plate
Art nouveau. Copper jug by Carl Deffner Esslingen. 1900 - 1920
By Carl Deffner
Located in CADALSO, ES
Great original condition
Category
Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Copper
Georg Jensen Art Nouveau Teapot and Milk Jug in Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Art Nouveau teapot and milk jug in sterling silver with handle and knob in ebony
Category
20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Ceramic Pitcher Jug Polychrome Glaze Flower Relief Nasturtiums
Located in Munich, DE
This wonderfully glazed pitcher is decorated with nasturtiums in relief in.
It was hand crafted in France in circa 1895.
The pitcher is marked Frie Onnaing, made in France.
Category
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
H 6.5 in W 4.73 in D 6.38 in
Antique art nouveau quality silver plated claret jug
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique art nouveau quality silver plated claret jug, having an art nouveau shaped handle
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Glass
Materials
Glass
Archibald Knox Tudric Art Nouveau Lidded Pewter Jug or Coffee Pot
By Archibald Knox
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish art nouveau Tudric pewter jug or coffee pot molded with stylized mushroom designs by
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Serving Pieces
Materials
Pewter
Art nouveau Victorian sterling silver water jug made in London in 1883
By F. B. Thomas & Co. 1
Located in London, London
Silver Water Jug, is in the art nouveau taste, with chased floral decoration to the body. The water jug
Category
Antique 1880s English Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 10.83 in W 4.93 in D 3.94 in
Doulton Lambeth Pair Art Nouveau Beaded Floral Jugs by Eliza Bowen
By Doulton Lambeth
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A delightful and stylish pair Art Nouveau Doulton Lambeth handled jugs with stylized floral designs
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Stoneware
Stylish Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Claret Jug by Heath & Middleton in 1907
By Heath & Middleton
Located in London, London
silver claret jug, features a plain silver mount, an art nouveau influenced handle, and a stylish glass
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 9.06 in W 7.09 in D 2.76 in
Black, Starr & Frost Sterling Silver Pitcher Jug in Art Nouveau Style
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century, Black, Starr & Frost sterling silver pitcher in exquisite Art Nouveau style
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau WMF Green Glass Claret Jug with Silver-Plated Raspberry Motif
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This stunning and extremely rare Art Nouveau claret jug by WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Barware
Materials
Silver Plate, Enamel
H 11.42 in W 7.09 in D 5.12 in
WMF Art Nouveau Claret Jug Decanter with Mermaid Handle, Germany, c. 1901
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in London, GB
A beautiful quality art nouveau decanter made by WMF (Wurttembergische Metallwarenfabrik) in
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Silver Plate
H 12.49 in W 7.41 in D 6.7 in
Loetz Art Nouveau Cream Jug and Sugar Bowl with Details of Irradiated Glass
By Loetz Glass
Located in Verviers, BE
Loetz Art Nouveau cream jug and sugar bowl with details of Irradiated glass.
Beautifully
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Serving Bowls
Materials
Art Glass
Antique Art Nouveau West Germany Cut Glass Jug Pitcher w/ Silver Plated Collar
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Art Nouveau West Germany Cut Glass Jug Pitcher w/ Silver Plated Collar. Circa Mid 20th
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Silver Plate
H 11.5 in W 8 in D 6.5 in
Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze Entitled "Broken Jug" by Charles Anfrie
By Charles Anfrie
Located in London, GB
broken jug, with excellent rich brown patina and fabulous hand finished surface detail, signed & titled
Category
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Paul Loiseau-Rousseau, French Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Jug, Ca. 1900
By Paul Loiseau-Rousseau 1
Located in New York, NY
Paul Louis Emile Loiseau-Rousseau (French, 1861-1927) was a famous French sculptor. In his youth, he planned to devote himself to etching, was a student of Antoine-Louis Barye at the...
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Bronze
Lebkuecher Sterling Silver Pitcher Jug in Art Nouveau Style Early 20th Century
By Lebkuecher & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Lebkuecher sterling silver pitcher in Art Nouveau style from the late 19th or early 20th century
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Engraved Crystal Decanter by WMF Liquor Carafe Claret Jug Floral
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite Art Nouveau liqueur decanter, crafted around 1900 by WMF (Württembergische
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Barware
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
H 8.67 in W 3.23 in D 3.23 in
Antique Art Nouveau Glass Sterling Silver Overlay Floral Water Pitcher Jug 8"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique clear glass water pitcher with simple etched flowers and an intricate floral sterling silver swag overlay around the rim and at the top of the handle.
Dimensions:
7” x 5.5” ...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 7.75 in W 5.5 in D 7 in
Vintage Art Nouveau Copper Jug by H. Loveridge & Co., England Early 20th Century
By Henry Loveridge & Co.
Located in Roma, IT
Copper jug is an original decorative object realized in the first years of the 20th century
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Copper
H 6.11 in Dm 4.73 in
Theodore Starr Sterling Silver and Glass Wine Claret Jug in Art Nouveau Style
By Theodore B. Starr
Located in New York, NY
Starr in exquisite Art Nouveau style. Glass possibly Libbey or Hawkes. Bottle is designed with flowing
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Durgin Sterling Silver Pitcher Jug in Art Nouveau Style from Early 20th Century
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in New York, NY
Durgin sterling silver pitcher or jug from the early 20th century, in Art Nouveau style
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Enameled porcelain jug. Inspired by Sèvres and Art Nouveau models.
Located in Madrid, ES
Enameled porcelain jug. Inspired by Sèvres and Art Nouveau models.
The jug, with a high profile
Category
20th Century European Other Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Bohemian Art Nouveau Harrach Cream and Gilded Classical Claret Jug, 1880
By Harrach Glassworks
Located in Worcester Park, GB
A rare Victorian Harrach Gilded Ivory coloured glass Jug in the classic shape of a claret jug
Category
Antique 1880s Czech Early Victorian Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Bronze "Putto Jug" by Georges Van De Voorde
By Georges Van De Voorde
Located in London, GB
: Art Deco & Other Figures by Bryan Catley
SKU: 9136
ABOUT
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Set of Two Majolica Jugs, Nimy Faiences Imperiale Belgium
By Imperiale Royale, NIMY
Located in Antwerp, BE
A set of 1851-1898 Belgium majolica pitchers, pottery jugs with pewter top.White hand painted
Category
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Antiquities
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica
Antique Tankard, English, Silver Plate, Jug, Vase, Art Nouveau, Victorian, 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique twin handled tankard. An English, silver plated jug or display vase with Art
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Vases
Materials
Silver Plate
H 20 in W 23 in D 14.5 in
Inoue Ryosai Sumida Gawa Japanese Pottery Character Jug, c.1900
By Inoue Ryosai
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Sumida river. He was a pioneer of art nouveau in the Meiji era and his pottery is widely collected today
Category
Antique 1880s Japanese Art Nouveau Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
French Vintage Iridescent Art Nouveau Ceramic Jug by Alphonse Cytere, 1910
Located in Paris, FR
A 20th century French vintage collectible pitcher or jug of circular shape crafted in a green
Category
20th Century French Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
H 6.3 in W 4.93 in D 5.32 in
Antique Art Nouveau Majolica Green Man Face & Daisies Water Jug Pitcher 9"
Located in Dayton, OH
design of yellow daisies, with green and brown art nouveau styling in the scalloped upper edge and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pitchers
Materials
Majolica
Terracotta Planter by Montovany, Art Nouveau.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Terracotta planter by Montovany, Art Nouveau.
Terracotta planter by Montovany, Art Nouveau, 1910
Category
20th Century European Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
WMF Art Nouveau Pair of Claret and Water Jugs Silver Plated, Germany, circa 1900
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
WMF Art Nouveau pair of claret and water jugs (pitchers) / silver plated (Germany).
Manufactory
Category
Antique 1890s German Late Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
H 12.2 in W 6.69 in D 4.92 in
Pre-War Jug and Milk Jug, C.T. Tielsch
By Carl Tielsch & Co. 1
Located in Chorzów, PL
A large porcelain jug with a milk jug.
Hand-decorated, painted titmouse and pink flowers
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Nouveau Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Kayserzinn Art Nouveau Pewter Pitcher with Devils Head
By Kayserzinn 1
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
German Kayserzinn pewter wine/water pitcher or jug with Art Nouveau style low relief iris
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Urns
Materials
Pewter
WMF Claret Jug Glass c1905
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
: Graduated clear and green glass bowl with floral engraving. Silver plated art nouveau handle and cover
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Glass
Materials
Cut Glass
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Art Nouveau Jug For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal art nouveau jug for your home. Each art nouveau jug for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and glass. Your living room may not be complete without an art nouveau jug — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right art nouveau jug, those designed in Art Nouveau and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made art nouveau jug over the years, but those crafted by WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Minton and Doulton Lambeth are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Art Nouveau Jug?
An art nouveau jug can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,590, while the lowest priced sells for $137 and the highest can go for as much as $22,690.
Questions About Art Nouveau Jug
- 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.