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    THE ORIGINS & LEGACY OF ART NOUVEAU

    THE ORIGINS & LEGACY OF ART NOUVEAU

    Since 1936, for over 80 years, Hickmet Fine Arts has been fortunate enough to work with some of the most renowned works of art from the Art Nouveau era. Over three generations we have witnessed the style fundamentally changed the course of art history, with it’s impact still felt today. Here we explore the origins of the movement and how it came to be one of the most defining styles of the 20th century. 

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    WRITING ANTIQUES INTO FASHION

    WRITING ANTIQUES INTO FASHION

    In many towns, the traditional high street antique shops are disappearing. Rents grow ever higher, and some styles of antiques have fallen out of fashion. As a result, more and more shops are abandoning their brick and mortar locations, and collectors are lamenting a dearth of local antiques shops. In the age of the Internet and myriad social media selling platforms (such as eBay and Etsy), many dealers have taken solely to the online world.

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    The Power and Allure of the Female Form

    The Power and Allure of the Female Form

    Villanis’s depictions of the female form frequently featured elements of mythology and floral adornments through which he projected the suggestion of eroticism in his designs. His seeming obsession with female subjects, differed from the typical attraction of most artists and collectors of the time,

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    KNOW YOUR ARTISTS: JOSEF LORENZL

    KNOW YOUR ARTISTS: JOSEF LORENZL

    Josef Lorenzl was an Austrian sculptor renowned for his Art Deco creations during the early 20th century. Born in 1892 in Vienna, Lorenzl displayed exceptional talent and artistic sensibilities from a young age. He specialised in bronze and ivory sculptures, often depicting graceful and elegant female figures in dynamic poses. His works exude a sense of movement, capturing the spirit of the Jazz Age. Lorenzl's sculptures were highly sought after, and he became a prominent figure in the Viennese art scene. Today, his sculptures are considered valuable collector's items and are admired for their exquisite craftsmanship and timeless beauty. Josef Lorenzl's legacy endures as a testament to his mastery of Art Deco aesthetics.

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