From Art Nouveau to Art Déco - 2 views
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Mary Leigh WAA on 16 Nov 10Vallois, Thirza. "From Art Nouveau to Art Déco." France Today 22.7 (2007): 12-14. Academic Search Complete. EBSCO. Web. 15 Nov. 2010.\n\nThis article explains Art Deco's predecessor, Art Noueau, from its start in Paris. The article details founder, Hector Guimard's signature style and trademark furniture pieces. The article details how Art Noueau's look quickly began to take over the city through street signs and restaurant. The article continues to mention how Art Deco and Art Noueau are identified differently. The pictures for the article show the similarities and differences between the two styles. The article helps to explain the roots and how Art Deco has grown from them.