ART DECO STYLE AND ART NOUVEAU Flashcards

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Where did Art deco made its debut

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International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts (Paris)

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Art deco emerged at what era?

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Post-World War 1 era (around 1925)

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Purpose of Art Deco

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The French aimed to move past their gloomy history post-war by initiating a fair centred on architecture and design, aiming to ignite optimism for a brighter future to overcome wartime devastation

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represented a bolt and forward-looking aesthetic that resonated with the mood of the times, making it a defining style of interwar period

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Art Deco style

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Characteristics of Art Deco

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New
Progressive
Modern
Opulent (luxurious materias and intricate craftmanship)

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Influence of Art Deco in United states?

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Art Deco became popular in america due to its presence in international exhibitions. It’s portrayal in magazines and films, and its influence on architecture.

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Influence of Art Deco in Upper middle class

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Offering luxurious yet streamlined designs in archi, furniture and fashion allowing them to focus on their wealth and sophistication

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Art deco’s influence on design?

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Global perspective and eclectic mix of cultural influences.

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Art Deco in Architecture

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Skyscrapers
Styles and Combinations - geometric shapes an abstract forms
New Construction Technique

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Persons of Art Nouveau

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Eugene Violet Le Duc and Les Vingt

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Art Nouveau emerged at what era

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Arts and Craft Movement

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Why did art noveau emerge

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They grew weary of the academic art of historicism in the 19th century and envisione crafting new forms more suite to the age of electricity, cinema and automobiles.

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Heavy on arts and crafts aspects because both movements emphasize craftmanship, handmade techniques, an the integration of art into everyday life

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Art Deco - Crafts and Nature

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Heavily incorporates elements of nature and symbolism, often feautring flowing lines, intricate patters, and organic forms inspired by plants and animals.

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Art Nouveau

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Combines ornamental beauty with practical functionality. Its ddesign features intricate decorative elements inspired by nature, serving both aesthetic an utilitarian purposes

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Art Nouveau

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Influence of Art nouevau

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Middle class female consumers - opportunities for self expression and empowerment
Graphic Arts - signature motifs in posters, advertisement and books illustration.
Fashion - emphasis on fluid lines and organic motifs

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Art nouveaus influence on interior design

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Integration of organic forms and intricate decorative elements into domestic spaces

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