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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…

“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…

Palais Stoclet: Brussels’ hidden art nouveau masterpiece locked in time

As you pedal along the grand Avenue de Tervuren in Brussels, the striking silhouette of the Palais Stoclet is impossible to overlook. This impressive modernist mansion, clad in gleaming white marble, boasts a sleek tower that is crowned with four nude statues. It stands out as a monument to both artistic innovation and personal devotion,…

Villa Meirowsky shines anew after reconstruction

Max Meirowsky, a Jewish entrepreneur, had the villa built in Lindenthal, a borough of the City of Cologne in Germany, between 1909 and 1911 as a private residence. The reliefs integrated into the facade on the garden side, with their blend of Art Nouveau ornaments and historicist elements, appear in renewed splendor. Köln: Max Meirowsky founded…

Galeries Lafayette: Celebrating 130 years in an art nouveau splendor

The Art Nouveau dome of the iconic Parisian galleries transforms into the stage for an exclusive gastronomic celebration. Galeries Lafayette is poised to mark its 130th anniversary with an array of events and experiences as distinguished as the building itself. Among the most anticipated surprises is the breathtaking installation of a suspended dining table beneath…

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Exposition “Hector Guimard, architectures parisiennes” in Paris from 20 Sept to 20 Dec.

This year, Paris pays tribute to architect Hector Guimard (1867-1942), a leading figure of Art Nouveau in France. In collaboration with the Cercle Guimard, the Archives de Paris are hosting an exhibition featuring original documents from their collections, including architectural plans, photographs, and more. The exhibition showcases Guimard’s Parisian career through a selection of buildings…

Grand Hotel Europa Prague W

Re-discovering Prague: A deep dive into art nouveau

Prague is often seen as a global hub for Art Nouveau, though it’s common for people to confuse it with the Secessionist style at first glance. A key way to distinguish Prague’s Art Nouveau architecture is by spotting the organic decorative elements that adorn the exteriors. You’ll often find motifs inspired by nature—trees, flowers, vines,…