Wednesday, October 29, 2008

The Master of Art Nouveau

I thought I'd just share some drawings from one of my favorite artists for a little change of pace. Alphonse Mucha influenced more than just drawing and painting, but was involved in the design of jewelry, dishes, and other home decor. Enjoy!


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Serving and Table wares by Mucha
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A biscuit tin
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An advertisement
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Images via Mucha. the Triumph of Art Nouveau by Arthur Ellridge

Main staircase of the Maison Horta, Brussels,
designed by Victor Horta, begun 1898. -Love the banister


Door detail of Gaillard display cupboard,
with typical Art Nouveau motif of the coup de fouet.

Images via http://www.artnet.com
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