Art Nouveau

The sinuous lines and soft materials and colors were consistent with the Art Nouveau style in furnishings and architecture at the turn of the 20th century (1890–1905). It is characterized by organic, especially floral and other plant-inspired motifs, as well as highly-stylized, flowing curvilinear forms.Images are Art Nouveau Doorway, No. 29 Avenue Rapp,Paris 1901."The peacock skirt," by Aubrey Beardsley, 1892 and Alexander McQueen Fall 2008 RTW peacock lace-and-tulle dress.