Art Nouveau

Question 1

Characteristics of 19th Century Architecture

Answer 1

1. Diverse use of Historic Styles
2. Broad style of Historic Styles
3. Eclecticism
4. Successful new ways achieved at the end of the century

Question 2

Reasons for Development

Answer 2

1. New materials and forms of Construction
2. External Walls to be load-bearing
3. Combination of Ironwork and large glass sheets

Question 3

It’s the first new decorative style of the 20th century as a way of thinking about Modern Society and new Production Methods.

Answer 3

Art Nouveau

Question 4

Goals of Art Nouveau

Answer 4

1. Break all connections to classical times.

2. Bring down the barriers between fine arts and applied arts.

Question 5

French Name for Art Nouveau

Answer 5

Style Guimard

Question 6

Italian name for Art Nouveau

Answer 6

Stile Florale

Question 7

British name for Art Nouveau

Answer 7

Stile Liberty

Question 8

Spanish name for Art Nouveau

Answer 8

Modernisme

Question 9

German and Austrian name for Art Nouveau

Answer 9

Jugendstil

Question 10

Vienna name for Art Nouveau

Answer 10

Sezessionstil

Question 11

Characteristics of Art Nouveau

Answer 11

1. Asymmetrical Shapes
2. Extensive Use of Arches and Curved Forms (Parabolic)
3. Curved Glass
4. Curving, plant like embellishments
5. Mosaics, Stained Glass
6. Organic
7. Naturalistic