On the Markt in Zevenbergen, Municipality of Moerdijk, the house number 1 on the corner with Merodestraat tells us the year it was build. The Art Nouveau architectural style stands out. The house is richly detailed and have ornamental anchors and windows with Art Nouveau elements under the segmental arches and masonry mosaic and beautiful dormer windows.
Art Nouveau and Jugendstil are two closely related architectural and artistic movements that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in Europe. While they share many similarities, they are associated with different names in different regions – Art Nouveau in France and Belgium, Jugendstil in Germany, and Secession in Austria, for example.
Art Nouveau, which means “New Art” in French, was a decorative art movement that flourished from the 1890s to the early 20th century. It was a reaction against the historical eclecticism of the 19th century, characterized by an embrace of natural forms, asymmetry, and a rejection of traditional, classical design elements.
You can recognize Art Nouveau on
- Organic Forms
- Ornate Detailling
- Stained Glass
- Ironwork
- Ephasis on Crafsmanship
Jugendstil, meaning “Youth Style” in German, was the German counterpart to Art Nouveau and had a strong influence on Central European design. Like Art Nouveau, Jugendstil embraced a departure from historicism and an emphasis on innovative, organic forms.
You can recognize Jugendstil on
- Geometric Patterns
- Symbolism
- Sculptural Elements
- Innovative Materials
