When you hear the term "Art Nouveau", what images come to mind? A vintage poster portraying a languidly lounging woman draped in flowing Neoclassical garb? A floral brooch comprised of impossible looping and curvilinear symmetry? Perhaps a building facade in Prague that is downright preternatural in appearance?
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| Alphonse Mucha's Four Seasons |
All of these subjects exemplify the vision and philosophy behind Art Nouveau, a very stylized movement in the world of art, architecture, furniture, jewelry, and advertisement. Even though its heyday spanned from the early 1880's until roughly 1910, Art Nouveau's unique aesthetic continues to inspire generation after generation of creative individuals... especially creative individuals in the wonderful world of beading and jewelry making.
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| Rene Lalique Brooch |
We Beadaholics are no exception to this rule. Over the years, our designers have created many projects with Art Nouveau flavor. Incorporating elements like Czech glass cathedral beads, Vintaj brass stampings, and our own silver plated stampings, we often channel our inner Alphonse Mucha and Rene Lalique.
Check out our free project instructions here.
Happy Beading,
Andrea
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