Art Nouveau
Art Nouveau (French for “New Art”) was a short-lived but explosive international art movement that flourished between roughly 1890 and…
Art Nouveau (“New Art”) flourished at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th centuries as a direct response to the academic rigidity of the Industrial Age. The movement sought to infuse art into daily life, rejecting the division between applied arts and fine arts. Its core philosophy was to create an entirely new style, heavily inspired by nature.
What defines it? The Art Nouveau aesthetic is unmistakable, characterized by the whiplash curve (ligne en coup de fouet), which mimics plant stems, flowers, vines, and sinuous feminine forms. It is a style that values elegance, ornamentation, and fluidity, encompassing architecture, interior design, jewelry, illustration, and, of course, fine arts.
This curated collection is a journey through the refined aesthetics of Art Nouveau, featuring works that capture its romantic and decorative essence. We focus on bringing together pieces that demonstrate technical mastery and harmonious design, from the detailed floral patterns of Alphonse Mucha to the structural lightness of Hector Guimard.
Our curatorial criteria prioritize the focus on line and organic form. Here, you will find works that celebrate the transition of a century, where functionality met beauty inseparably. It is the perfect opportunity to acquire a piece from the last great era of unified style.
