Art Nouveau: The Beauty of the Organic
Art Nouveau was an international style of art, architecture, and applied art that was most popular between 1890 and 1910. It was inspired by natural forms and structures, particularly the curved lines of plants and flowers.
Key Characteristics
- Whiplash Lines: Sinuous, asymmetrical lines that suggest organic growth.
- Integration of Arts: Aiming to harmonize architecture, furniture, and decorative arts.
- Exotic Influences: Incorporating elements from Japanese woodblock prints (Japonisme).
Leading Figures
Alphonse Mucha, Gustav Klimt, and Antoni GaudÃ.