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Are you a Gaudí fan? Test your skills

Antoni Gaudí is very popular architect and a proof of that is that his works, from the spectacular Sagrada Família to the picturesque Park Güell, are appealing to more and more people every year.He was a Catalan architect who has become internationally recognised as one of the most prodigious experts in his discipline, as well…

“Alphonse Mucha Immersive Exhibition” in Osaka until January 28th

Grand Front Osaka is set to host the “Mucha Immersive Exhibition,” a captivating showcase that will run from tomorrow, January 9, until January 28, 2024. This exhibition promises an exploration of Alphonse Mucha’s extraordinary world, featuring around 150 original artworks in an immersive and visually stunning setting. Alphonse Mucha, a Czech artist born in 1860,…

Jewel of Art Nouveau in Prague, the Fanta building opens to the public

It is one of the most remarkable buildings in the Czech Republic in the Art Nouveau style: located within the Central Station, the impressive Fanta building reopened this weekend after several years of renovation work. The history of Prague’s most important railway station, located near Wenceslas Square, dates back to the 19th century: it was…

Art Nouveau exhibition ‘The Triumph of Nature’ in Florida until March 15

As the esteemed Lightner Museum culminates its 75th-anniversary celebrations, it proudly presents “The Artful Legacy: A Journey Through Artistic Expressions,” a captivating exhibition that showcases the museum’s exceptional collection and the transformative power of art. For more information than the one you can find here, visit https://lightnermuseum.org/2023/03/22/triumphofnature Immerse yourself in a captivating array of artistic masterpieces, ranging…

“Liberty. Torino Capitale” from Oct. 26th to June 10th 2024

The exhibition delves into the pivotal role Turin played in shaping Art Nouveau, also known as the stile Liberty or “Liberty style” in Italy. It takes place at Palazzo Madama – Museo Civico d’Arte Antica di Torino and is a collaboration between Palazzo Madama and SIAT – Società degli Ingegneri e degli Architetti in Torino,…

Art Nouveau stone carving at the entrance of the Gellért Bath

The Beginnings and Legacy of Art Nouveau

Since its inception in 1936, spanning over eight decades, Hickmet Fine Arts has been privileged to engage with some of the most illustrious artworks hailing from the Art Nouveau era. Across three generations, we’ve borne witness to the transformative impact of this artistic movement, a legacy still resonating profoundly in the contemporary art scene. In…

Alphose Mucha in Aix-en-Provence, France, until March 24, 2024

In collaboration with the Mucha Foundation, the Hôtel de Caumont presents its winter exhibition this year, dedicated to the renowned master of Art Nouveau, Alphonse Mucha (1860-1939). Mucha, whose artistic legacy traverses various mediums including posters, advertising, interior design, and Belle Époque theater, transformed the perception of art in his era with his distinctive aesthetic…

Exhibition about Wilhelm Bockslaff at the Riga Art Nouveau Center from Nov. 9th to Dec. 3rd

It’s now 165 years since the birth of Baltic German architect Wilhelm Bockslaff, but his contribution to the fabric of his native city lives on. Bockslaff designed numerous Latvian mansions and public buildings in Rīga and Jūrmala, including everything from water towers to grand country houses. He was the architect of the Riga Great Guild, Ludvigs Neiburgs’ tenement house…

See the Art Nouveau buildings that inspired a generation on our private tours

What is art nouveau?

From the 1880s to the outbreak of the First World War, Western Europe and the United States experienced the emergence of Art Nouveau, often referred to as the “New Art.” This influential movement drew inspiration from the untamed facets of the natural world, leaving an indelible mark on various artistic disciplines, including applied arts, graphic…

The Sagrada Família postpones the end of the works to 2033

The Construction Board of the Sagrada Familia temple in Barcelona has recently announced a postponement in the completion date, now projected for the year 2033. This extended timeline anticipates the finalization of the Tower of Jesus Christ in 2026, marking a significant milestone on the centenary of architect Antoni Gaudí’s passing. The ten-year extension aligns…