Monday, April 11, 2011

Art Nouveau

Art Nouveau is an international philosophy shared by artists and architects during the early 20th century. it focused on the visual arts and decorative expression.  The goal of this movement was to try to make art an everyday part of life and an aspect of the environment around us. Art noveau literally translates from the French word meaning "new art". It is most popular in Europe and the British Islands, but is known around the world.This style was greatly influenced by the Czech artist Alphonse Mucha. His style was originally known as Style Mucha but transformed into Art Noveau. Art Noveau was essentially a spectacular transition from 19th century art into the new twentieth century art and reallly brought about a new advanced age in the artistic world.
Stained glass piece. (chantal-stainedglasspatterns.com)

Tulips (harmonia.meccahosting.com)

1 comment:

  1. Were the influences in windows, rugs and wall hangings or did they affect the design of the structure?

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