Art Nouveau 1890-1914
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An exhibition of works of Art Nouveau, which runs until the end of January 2001 at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C., is discussed. The movement was considered extremely modern at the end of the nineteenth century and was based on decoration rather than utility.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Magazine
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1084-0818
Year: 2000
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20th-century perfume bottles
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Beauty, rarity and their historical significance have made perfume bottles one of the most popular collectibles. The evolution of stylish and highly decorative perfume containers was credited to Rene Lalique, whose famous works include demi-crystal bottles with stopper.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Magazine
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1084-0818
Year: 1997
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Chintz: the new black
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British chintz ware, tableware decorated with a small floral pattern, is described, with focus on its popularity with American collectors, especially pieces made during the Art Deco period of the 1920s and 1930s.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Magazine
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1084-0818
Year: 2000
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