guimard, paris, art nouveau
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September

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…

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Chicago exhibition
5
May

“Hector Guimard: How Paris Got Its Curves” in Chicago from June 22 to November 5

In June 22 Chicago’s Richard H. Driehaus Museum will open an exhibition about the French Art Nouveau architect and designer Hector Guimard (1867-1942). The exhibition provides a comprehensive look at Guimard’s career, his wife’s creative collaboration and his commitment to accessible design. Featuring over 100 works by the French architect and designer best known for his…

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otto wagner exhibit
11
March

Probably the six most popular art nouveau artists ever

These are the six most popular artists of Art Nouveau (1890-1914), which takes different names depending on its host country. 1. ALFONS MUCHA (1860-1939) Probably the most popular one. The Czech painter excellently expressed the sense of the new way of making art that had touched major European cities in the late 19th century. Mucha’s…

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