The Chrysler Building, a celebrated 1,046-foot structure in Manhattan, remained the world's tallest building for just 11 months in 1930 but has become an enduring symbol of the Art Deco movement as it marks its centennial. Rising in the 1920s and 1930s alongside other iconic buildings, Art Deco architecture shifted American aesthetics away from European influences, favoring innovative designs and high-quality materials. The term 'Art Deco' emerged in 1966, inspired by a Paris exhibition that catalyzed modern architecture and decorative arts globally. The Chrysler Building remains a significant emblem of architectural advancement during this transformative era.
The Chrysler Building, completed in 1930, epitomizes the Art Deco style and marked a dramatic shift in American architecture post-1920s, prioritizing originality over historical revivals.
Until 1920s, American architects took cues from European styles; Art Deco emerged as a modern architectural movement focusing on verticality, ornamentation, and innovation.
The term 'Art Deco' was not coined until 1966, based on the Exposition Internationale des Arts Decoratifs et Industriels Modernes held in Paris in 1925.
The Chrysler Building, standing at 1,046 feet, was a monumental symbol of the Art Deco period and served as a beacon for the skyscraper boom in New York City.
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