art nouveau
noun
art nou·veau
ˌär(t)-nü-ˈvō 
often capitalized A&N
: a design style of late 19th century origin characterized especially by sinuous lines and foliate forms
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Known for his refined blend of modernism, art nouveau, and classical flair, Sagnier designed everything from opulent villas to landmark churches.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 May 2025
After departing Southampton, the first stop on this cruise will be in Ålesund, Norway, to spend a day exploring its art nouveau architecture.
—Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 15 Apr. 2025
Inside, there were a maze of stalls selling an array of antique jewelry, books and maps, Turkish carpets, and art nouveau lamps.
—Penelope Tree, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2025
Five-Star Hotel Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest As one of the most beautiful hotels in the Hungarian capital city, Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest is an art nouveau masterpiece on the banks of the Danube River.
—Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 May 2025
After departing Southampton, the first stop on this cruise will be in Ålesund, Norway, to spend a day exploring its art nouveau architecture.
—Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 15 Apr. 2025
Inside, there were a maze of stalls selling an array of antique jewelry, books and maps, Turkish carpets, and art nouveau lamps.
—Penelope Tree, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2025
Five-Star Hotel Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest As one of the most beautiful hotels in the Hungarian capital city, Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest is an art nouveau masterpiece on the banks of the Danube River.
—Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Art nouveau.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/art%20nouveau. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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