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Silver Crest Arts Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Footed Centerpiece Bowl
By Silver Crest Bronze
Located in South Bend, IN
patina. Pairs nicely with Art Nouveau, Arts & Crafts, or Art Deco decor.
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Decorative Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Art Nouveau Silvered Belt Buckle in the Form of Peacock Feathers, circa 1900
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An elegant and beautifully crafted Art Nouveau belt buckle, designed as a pair of stylized peacock
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Antique Late 19th Century European Art Nouveau Vanity Items

Materials

Silver Plate, Base Metal

Painted Bronze Sculpture of Woman Holding a Palm Leaf by Franz Bergmann, Austria
By Franz Bergmann, Nam Greb
Located in North Miami, FL
: early 20th century Style: Jugendstil, Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau, Vienna Secession, Belle Époque Place
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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin

Moorcroft Pottery English Arts and Crafts Floral Pottery Lamp
By William Moorcroft, Moorcroft Pottery
Located in New Windsor, NY
history rooted in the English Arts and Crafts movement. Founded by William Moorcroft, the company gained
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Art Nouveau WMF Copper Wall Plate with Floral Relief, Germany circa 1900
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
, during the height of the Art Nouveau and Arts and Crafts movements. The design features a deeply embossed
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Antique Early 1900s German Arts and Crafts Decorative Art

Materials

Metal, Copper

Danish Hand Crafted Art Nouveau Cherry Bowl by Karen Hagen for P. Ipsens Enke
By P. Ipsens Enke
Located in Knebel, DK
Art Nouveau bowl by the Danish sculptor Karen Hagen for P. Ipsens Enke in 1909. The art nuveau
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Unusual Arts and Crafts Platinum, Gold and Onyx Brooch, F.G. Hale
Located in Riverdale, NY
Unusual Arts and Crafts Platinum, Gold and Onyx Brooch circa 1910 attributed to Frank Gardner Hale
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Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Gold, Platinum

Distressed Antique European Spanish Area Rug with Arts Crafts Style
Located in Dallas, TX
interior styles: Arts & Crafts, Spanish Revival, Italian, Egyptian, Art Nouveau, Traditional, French
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Early 20th Century Spanish Arts and Crafts Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

1920 s Danish Hand-Crafted Art Nouveau Penguin Ash Tray - Bowl by P. Ipsens Enke
By P. Ipsens Enke
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish hand-crafted Art Nouveau penguin ash tray / bowl designed by Lauritz Jensen in 1923 for P
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Art Nouveau Gradient Perfume Bottle
Located in Newark, England
Silver’. The perfume bottle dates to the Art Nouveau period (1890-1910) circa 1910 and is possibly of
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Early 20th Century Central American Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Indian Rug with Arts Crafts Style Inspired by William Morris
By William Morris (English)
Located in Dallas, TX
one inspired by the Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau or Prairie School movements. Perfect for a great room
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Mid-20th Century Indian Arts and Crafts Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Daum Nancy Vase Art Nouveau
By Daum
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Art Nouveau style Origin: France Decorated with green leaves and orange fruits (enameled) Excellent
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Enamel

New Contemporary Persian Mahal Indian Rug with Modern Arts Crafts Style
By William Morris (English)
Located in Dallas, TX
especially one inspired by the Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau or Prairie School movements. Perfect for a living
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Arts and Crafts Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Italian Photo Frame Art Nouveau Handcrafted Silver , Kindness
By Laura G Art with Heart
Located in Sarezzo, IT
collector of Laura G Art with Heart and you discover Italian tradition of arts and crafts and a new way to
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Picture Frames

Materials

Silver

Rare Kobus De Graaff Arts Craft Bench
By Kobus de Graaff
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
rare and special item. Made circa 1900s in Arts & Craft Art Nouveau style. Executed in solid oak. The
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Benches

Materials

Wood

Antique Stickley Bros. Planter Arts Crafts Era. W7166 - 40% OFF SALE
By Stickley Brothers
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a SUPERB antique planter made by Stickley Bros. MARKED. Art Nouveau Era. Circa early
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Antique 19th Century American Art Nouveau Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Wicker, Oak

GM Ellwood for JS Henry. A Fine Exhibition Quality Arts Crafts Display Cabinet
By George Montague Ellwood
Located in London, GB
G M Ellwood for J S Henry. A fine exhibition quality 'New Art' Arts and Crafts display cabinet. A
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20th Century English Arts and Crafts Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Dutch Arts Crafts armchair with salamanders and cloves, Kobus de Graaff
By Kobus de Graaff
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
emerged as a pioneer of elegant restraint. Influenced by the sweeping curves of Art Nouveau and the
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Lovely Pink Color with Florid Design Antique Donegal - Arts Crafts Rug
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Donegal Art Nouveau Carpet ( 9'1" x 12'6" - 277 x 382 cm )
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Antique Early 1900s Northern Irish Art Nouveau Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Muller Frères Luneville Art Nouveau Chandelier, Signed
By Muller Fres Luneville
Located in Norwood, NJ
An exceptional signed Muller Frères Luneville Art Nouveau chandelier featuring a masterfully hand
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

An Arts and Crafts oak armchair with stylized floral upright decoration
Located in London, GB
Art Nouveau yet still has its roots in the Arts and Crafts Movement.
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Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

20th Century Arts Crafts Folding Screen Hand Painted Decoration Room Divider
Located in Miami, FL
practical size folding screen Arts & Crafts and some will call it Classical Art Nouveau. If you are into
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Arts and Crafts Screens and Room Dividers

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Walnut, Paint

French Arts Crafts Adjustable Brass and Pewter Table Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Arts & Crafts adjustable brass and pewter table lamp. This is a large piece it has twin
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Unique Liberty Co Marked Great Arts Crafts Cabinet Attr. to Leonard Wyburd
By Leonard Wyburd
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning Arts and Crafts cupboard by one of the greatest. We are certain that this wonderful
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Antique Late 19th Century British Arts and Crafts Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Copper

Art Nouveau Coffee Table Signed "Gus"
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
of the Art Nouveau influence of the School of Nancy. The geometric yet soft tapering legs and refined
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Bradley Hubbard Antique Arts Crafts Brass Student Lamp
By Bradley Hubbard
Located in South Bend, IN
original vintage condition, with beautiful patina. Pairs nicely with Victorian, Art Nouveau, Arts & Crafts
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

English Art Crafts Oak Blanket Chest
Located in Montreal, QC
English Arts & Crafts oak blanket chest with hand painted Art Nouveau flowers.
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Antique 1890s English Arts and Crafts Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

English Art 
Crafts Oak Blanket Chest
English Art 
Crafts Oak Blanket Chest
$2,450 Sale Price
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Antique Arts and Crafts Period Sterling and Banded Agate Chain
Located in Stamford, CT
Sturdy alternating links of rectangles and double tulips hold uniform banded agate beads. The distance between the agates vary sometimes kissing cousins sometimes three inches apart ...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Majolica and Loetz Art Glass Shade Oil Lamp Adjustable Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare, large and beautiful antique Art Nouveau oil lamp with blackened iron frame in floral decor
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Wonderfuf Arts Crafts Engraved Glass Brass Stairwell or Hall Way Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
this Arts & Crafts pendant creates an atmosphere in your hallway that is second to none. The
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Vintage Pakistani Rug with Persian Design with Arabesque Arts Crafts Style
Located in Dallas, TX
72029 Vintage Pakistani Rug with Persian Design with Arabesque Arts & Crafts Style. This hand
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Late 20th Century Persian Art Nouveau Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Large Victorian Art Nouveau Brass Fender
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Victorian Art Nouveau brass fender This is a beautifully designed Victorian brass fender
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Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass

James Powell Art Nouveau Green Glass Bud Shaped Vase
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
An absolutely stunning Arts & Crafts bud shaped art glass vase attributed to renowned glass maker
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Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Art Nouveau Jugendstil Brass and Enamel Large Vase with Handles
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
white abstract Art Deco or Jugendstil style design with Arts and Crafts influence on light blue
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Mid-20th Century Asian Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Metal

Arts Crafts Style Scrolling Wrought Iron Mirror Umbrella Stand Coat Hall Tree
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Arts & Crafts Style Scrolling Wrought Iron Mirror Umbrella Stand Coat Hall Tree with Rusty
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Mirror

Doris Leslie Blau 1920s Arts Crafts Rug “Donnemara” by C.F.A. Voysey
Located in New York, NY
. Voysey, one of the most influential figures in the Arts Crafts and Art Nouveau movements. Crafted
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Farahan Rug with Arts Crafts Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77619 antique Persian Farahan rug with Arts & Crafts style. With a timeless botanical pattern and
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Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Art Nouveau Gong Brass Hammered Copper
Located in Fulton, CA
A transitional Art Nouveau / Arts & Crafts gong made of solid hammered copper and brass. Circa
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Musical Instruments

Materials

Brass, Copper

Extra Large Arts Crafts Brass and Glass Entrance Pendant Light Fixture, 1900s
Located in Lisse, NL
is in excellent and good working condition. If you are a lover of the Jugendstil and Art Nouveau
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Antique Late 19th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns

Materials

Brass

1980 s Tibetan Arts Crafts Style Rug Inspired by William Morris
By William Morris (English), Charles Voysey
Located in Dallas, TX
draw upon the soul of the Arts and Crafts Movement and the romanticism of Art Nouveau, particularly the
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Late 20th Century Nepalese Art Nouveau Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1900s Teal-Blue Open Antique Irish Donegal Arts-Crafts Rug 12 6"x25 2" Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Irish Donegal Arts Crafts Carpet ( 12'6" x 25'2" - 381 x 767 cm) This
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Antique Early 1900s Northern Irish Arts and Crafts Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Oak Art Nouveau Armoire or Wardrobe, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Art Nouveau armoire or wardrobe. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak, Mirror

Arts Crafts Coat Rack w. Majolica Glazed, Stylized Flower Tiles Bronze Hooks
Located in Lisse, NL
rare and highly stylish Art Nouveau / Jugendstil coat rack is entirely original and in very good
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Bronze

Art Nouveau Thonet Wood Children Cradle Sculpture
By J.&J. Khon 1
Located in Valladolid, ES
Josef Kohn (father and son) in the purest Art Nouveau style at the end of the 19th century and with a
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Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

Materials

Beech

British Arts and Crafts Wall Mirror with Copper Frame and Brass Elements
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
British Arts Crafts mirror with copper frame, gilded brass elements, ca. 1900 Our mirror
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Early 20th Century Austrian Arts and Crafts Wall Mirrors

Materials

Copper, Brass

Orivit art nouveau wine decanters
By Orivit
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Orivit art nouveau wine decanters art nouveau style manufacturer Orivit original gilding with some
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Pewter

Early 1900 Cornelio Ghiretti Italian Art Nouveau Embossed Copper Plate _set of 2
By Cornelio Ghiretti
Located in Brescia, IT
Pair of Embossed Copper Plates Italy, 1920s Beautiful and rare artwork by Cornelio Ghiretti "Ghiretti" signed on both plates. Very good condiction just 3 very light scratches (look...
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Vintage 1910s Italian Arts and Crafts Decorative Art

Materials

Copper

Doris Leslie Blau 1920s Arts Crafts Rug “Donnemara” by C.F.A. Voysey
Located in New York, NY
. Voysey, one of the most influential figures in the Arts & Crafts and Art Nouveau movements. Crafted in
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Modern Art
By Arthur Wesley Dow
Located in New York, NY
Japanese principles of art and for his significant artistic and intellectual contributions to the Arts and
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1890s Art Nouveau Landscape Prints

Materials

Lithograph

New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug with Arts Crafts Style
Located in Dallas, TX
especially one inspired by the Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau or Prairie School movements. Perfect for a living
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

1960 s Tibetan Arts Crafts Style Square Carpet Inspired by William Morris
By Charles Voysey, William Morris (English)
Located in Dallas, TX
Arts & Crafts and Art Nouveau movements. These delicately rendered flowers, framed by lush, curving
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Art Nouveau Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Arts and Crafts Style Cabochon Moonstone 14K Rose Gold Silver Riviere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
designers of the Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau eras including Louis Comfort Tiffany, Rene Lalique, Georg
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Choker Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, 14k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold

Arts and Crafts Floor Lamp with Original Mica Shade and Table Top, Crest Co.
By The Crest Company, Chicago
Located in Miami, FL
in any Art Nouveau or Art Deco themed setting. This gorgeous Arts and Crafts floor lamp measures 61
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

John Paul Cooper "The Kingfisher" Arts Crafts Necklace
By John Paul Cooper
Located in London, GB
, Art Nouveau Jewelry, London 2010, pp. 155 f. Exhibited: Arts & Crafts Exhibition, Grafton Galleries
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Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts More Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold

Signed Gustav Stickley Arts Crafts Hammered Copper Rocker Blotter
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
from age. Pairs nicely with Art Deco, Arts & Crafts, or Art Nouveau decor. Several matching desk
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desk Sets

Materials

Copper

Danish Art Nouveau Handcrafted Icebear and Seal Bowl by P. Ipsens Enke
By P. Ipsens Enke
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Art Nouveau icebear and seal bowl designed by Charles Arvesen in 1909 for P. Ipsens Enke
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Antique Early 1900s Danish Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Art Nouveau–Art Deco Monumental Lindus Vase, Arnhemsche Fayencefabriek, 1910s
By Arnhemsche Fayencefabriek
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
final flourish of Dutch Art Nouveau (Nieuwe Kunst) and the emerging order of early Art Deco, this piece
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Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

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Arts And Crafts Art Nouveau For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the arts and crafts art nouveau you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and oak, every arts and crafts art nouveau was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the arts and crafts art nouveau you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A arts and crafts art nouveau made by Art Nouveau designers — as well as those associated with Arts and Crafts — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one arts and crafts art nouveau that is appealing in its simplicity, but H.Pander Zonen, Willem Penaat and Craven Dunhill produced versions that are worth a look.

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The average selling price for a arts and crafts art nouveau at 1stDibs is $1,806, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $75,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Arts And Crafts Art Nouveau
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The Arts and Crafts Movement was an era of design that originated in England during the last quarter of the 19th century. The movement celebrated traditional craftsmanship by way of simple forms and the use of romantic, medieval or folk styles of decoration.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Art 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 ExpertMay 14, 2024
    Art 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Art 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

    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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Art 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.
  • 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify Arts and Crafts furniture, first see if you can locate a maker's mark on your piece. By researching any marks using trusted online resources, you can determine who produced your piece and find out if the maker was linked with the Arts and Crafts movement. Some notable makers associated with the style include William Morris and Philip Webb. If you can't find a maker's mark, examine the details of your piece. The Arts and Crafts movement began as a reaction to mass production, highlighting craftsmanship, raw materials and simple design. Due to its handcrafted origins, Arts and Crafts furniture often displays tool marks and slight variations in carvings and details. Pieces so regular that they seem machine-made are less likely to be Arts and Crafts furniture. Other common characteristics of Arts and Crafts pieces include inlaid and carved details and natural wood materials with visible grains. Chairs often feature reclining or angled backs and armrests. If you'd like assistance determining whether a particular piece is Arts and Crafts, consider consulting a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Arts and Crafts furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To identify Arts and Crafts furniture, look for characteristics that are hallmarks of the style. The Arts and Crafts movement began as a reaction to mass production, highlighting craftsmanship, raw materials and simple design. Makers working in this style placed an emphasis on natural motifs and adorned their pieces with simple flourishes like mosaics and carvings. This work is characterized by plain construction that showcases the hand of the artisan. Arts and Crafts furniture was often built from sturdy woods like oak and mahogany while featuring details such as inlaid metal, tooled leather and ceramic tiles. The style in the United States was led by Gustav Stickley, whose clean-lined chairs and benches showcased the grain of the wood, and furniture maker Charles Rohlfs, who was informed by international influences like East Asian and French Art Nouveau design. If you need help identifying the style of your furniture, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can be of assistance. Find a diverse assortment of Arts and Crafts furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    No 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.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Alphonse 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To 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.