European Decorative Arts and Sculpture Framed Handkerchief Made in France, Europe1908-9 Designed by Hector Guimard, French, 1867 - 1942 Gilded brass; linen plain weave with silk embroidery in satin stitch and drawn-thread work * Gallery 160, European Art 1850-1900, first floor 1949-43-2a,b Gift of Mme Hector Guimard, 1949 |
LabelHector Guimard was one of the most important architect-designers of the Art Nouveau style, perhaps best known for the entrances he created for the Paris subway system. Like many architects of the Art Nouveau period, his goal was to create environments that were total works of art; his building designs included not just the architecture but the interiors as well, including floor and wall coverings, light fixtures, door and window hardware, fireplaces, and furniture. Additional information:
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