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Sunset in Alesund

Top activities to do in Alesund, an art nouveau and nature marvel

Nestled between the deep blue waters of the Norwegian Sea and the dramatic peaks of the Sunnmøre Alps, Ålesund is a town like no other. Known for its distinctive Art Nouveau architecture and stunning natural surroundings, Ålesund offers a perfect blend of cultural and outdoor experiences. Whether you’re a history buff, an architecture enthusiast, or […]

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Victor Horta Museum house has retained much of its interior decoration: mosaics, stained glass windows and murals make up a harmonious whole, refined down to the smallest detail.

Brussels reveals restored facade of Hôtel Solvay

Following an extensive two-and-a-half-year restoration effort, the iconic Art Nouveau townhouse Hôtel Solvay unveiled its newly restored façade and roof on Wednesday morning. The project marked the official inauguration of the building’s revitalized exterior. Designed by renowned Belgian architect Victor Horta and constructed between 1894 and 1900, Hôtel Solvay is one of Brussels’ most significant

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Balcony in Milano, art nouveau style. Milan in Italy.

The art nouveau in Milan is fantastic. Visiting Porta Venezia

As you wander through the enchanting streets of Porta Venezia, each Art Nouveau structure reveals a unique story of freedom, creativity, and a departure from tradition. From Palazzo Castiglioni to Casa Campanini, the artistic spirit of the era invites you to explore, admire, and reflect on the vibrant history that continues to inspire modern design.

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The Top 8 cities in Germany showcasing art nouveau masterpieces

The eight cities of Weimar, Chemnitz, Darmstadt, Leipzig, Augsburg, Munich, Nuremberg, and Berlin stand out as the premier Art Nouveau destinations in Germany due to their rich architectural heritage and significant contributions to the Jugendstil movement. Weimar, while best known for the Bauhaus, also boasts beautiful Art Nouveau elements. Structures like the Hansahaus reflect the movement’s

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Mucha's drawing of the Alphonse Mucha in Bologna, exhibition in 2018 and 2019.

Why people love Alphonse Mucha? His women transmit power and beauty

Alphonse Mucha’s depiction of women, seen in everything from commercial posters to stained glass, captures a sense of power and beauty that transcends mere physical allure. These figures, central to his distinctive Art Nouveau style, project an ethereal elegance without being overtly sexualized. But who are these women in Mucha’s art? Interestingly, today’s focus isn’t

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Exquisite Art Nouveau Glass: The Francis Meyer Collection Unveiled in Paris

Sotheby’s is delighted to announce the unveiling of the prestigious Francis Meyer collection, one of the largest private European collections of Art Nouveau glassware. The exhibition will take place from Thursday, October 3, 2024, to Monday, October 7, 2024, at Sotheby’s Paris, located at 76 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, 75008, and will be open to

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Elementary School. Built in 1906 in the Jewish Quarter by architect Ármin Hegedűs (1869-1945), with mosaics by Vajda Zsigmond and Róth Miksa. Hegedüs is the same architect who built the Török Bank at nr. 11 and the Gellért Hotel and Spa at nr. 9.

The Museum of Applied Arts Budapest is still at György Ráth Villa

The Museum of Applied Arts Budapest: Art Nouveau – A Hungarian Perspective The Museum of Applied Arts in Budapest is a renowned institution dedicated to the study and exhibition of decorative arts and design. Founded in 1872, the museum houses one of the most impressive collections of applied arts in the world, featuring Hungarian and

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Entrance of the exhibit room. The Triumph of Nature exhibition at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, 2025.

“The Triumph of Nature” at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Debuts until January 12th, 2025

The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (AMFA) is thrilled to announce the opening of its latest exhibition, *The Triumph of Nature”, a sample of Art Nouveau artworks from the Chrysler Museum of Art, running from today September 27, 2024, through January 12, 2025. This breathtaking exhibit celebrates the stunning innovations of the Art Nouveau movement,

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Art Nouveau chimney in Palau Güell, Barcelona. Modernisme. Trencadís. Antoni Gaudí.

What is art nouveau?

The artistic renewal that developed between the late 19th and early 20th centuries, exactly between 1894 and 1914, marked a significant transformation in the art world, often referred to as fin de siècle or the belle époque. The term Art Nouveau was first used around this time—coined in Belgium by the magazine L’Art Moderne to

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“Jugendstil. Made in Munich”, starting on Oct 25th

At the turn of the 20th century, a time marked by rapid scientific advancements, technological innovations, and significant societal shifts, a group of visionary young artists in Munich embarked on a mission to revolutionize art and reform everyday life. The movement they created, known as Jugendstil—the German variant of Art Nouveau—sought to break away from

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