Valentine Antique Gallery - Art Nouveau

The Art Nouveau movement occurred from about 1894 to 1914 covering a 20 year span in which artists were often piqued against each other in defining the art period. Art Nouveau had a different meaning and identity in each country, and is the avant-garde movement of the period in reaction to historical and academic perspectives. Art Nouveau is characterized by its elegant decorative style, detailed patterns and curving lines. Artists from this period include the famous glassmaker, Louis Comfort Tiffany. Unless otherwise noted all items are free of defects and in very good to mint condition.