Art Nouveau centerpiece bowl in glass with silver-plated metal decorations, made in the 1920s

Ø cm 27 h cm 9

Art Nouveau is an international style of art, architecture, and applied art, especially the decorative arts, popular between 1890 and 1910. It was a reaction against the historicism and eclecticism of 19th-century academic art and was inspired by natural forms and flowing lines.

Art Nouveau is characterized by the use of organic forms, such as flowers, leaves, and vines, as well as the use of curves and flowing lines. It often features stylized flowers, leaves, and other plant forms, along with geometric shapes. The colors used in Art Nouveau are often soft and pastel, and the overall effect is often one of elegance and refinement.

Art Nouveau was a popular style for many different types of objects, including furniture, jewelry, glassware, ceramics, and metal items. It was also used in architecture, and many Art Nouveau style buildings can be found in cities around the world.