Art Nouveau was an international movement and style of art, which applied itself to architecture and the decorative arts. Its peak was in the 20th century around 1890-1905. Art Nouveau in French means, “new art”. Another name for art nouveau was Jugenstil, which meant “youth style” in German.
Art Nouveau flourished due to plays and shows advertising for their upcoming events. Posters were placed around town to attract the audience and these posters did indeed attract an audience. Art Nouveau sprang into popularity with overnight sensation. The style became very popular among artists in Paris. Initally called the Style Mucha, soon became Art Nouveau.
Casa Mila, also known as The Quarry, was designed by architect Antoni Gaudi and built during 1905-1910. Although physically attractive to the eye and very appealing, building codes were not met and this cause the government to fine the owners for their infractions.
Art Nouveau began the era of the Tiffany Lamp. Stained glassed inlayed in metal for decoration and usefulness. Glass was becoming an art-form instead of an exterior piece. Decoration of ceramics and porcelain was also becoming very popular and artistic. Many art nouveau artist dealing with ceramics had much influence from Japan.
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