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Art Nouveau
Art Nouveau
especially the decorative art, that was most popular between 1890 and
1910 A reaction to the academic art of the 19th century, it was inspired
by natural forms and structures, particularly the curved lines of plants and
flowers. English uses the French name Art Nouveau (new art). The style
is related to, but not identical with, styles that emerged in many countries
in Europe at the same time. Art Nouveau is a total art style: It embraces a
wide range of fine and decorative arts, including architecture, painting,
graphic art,interior design, jewelry, furniture, textiles, ceramics, glass art,
and metal work.
Art Nouveau is a total art style: It embraces a wide range of fine and
decorative arts, including architecture, painting, graphic art,
interior design, jewelry, furniture, textiles, ceramics, glass art, and metal
work.