#art-deco

#art-deco

Louis Icart (18881950) was a renowned French artist known for his graceful and sensual portrayals of women, often infused with the elegance and flair of the Art Deco era. Starting as a fashion illustrator in Paris, he gained international acclaim in the 1920s and '30s for his etchings and aquatints featuring stylish women in lavish, whimsical settings. Though his popularity waned after the Art Deco period, his work has seen a strong revival and is now prized by collectors worldwide.

Spanning the period between the building of the Kingston bypass that allowed the town to expand, and the ring road, which rather stopped all that, the exhibition focuses on how the town became famous for its high fashion and glamour away from the West End of central London. With suburbs springing up around the area, there was high demand for the latest fashions in furniture and home decorations, and firms popped up to feed the demand.

Car enthusiasts will no doubt be zooming over to the Santa Clara Valley Model T Ford Club's 25th annual Cars in the Park celebration, which the club says has grown into the largest antique and classic car show in the west. All of the cars displayed were made no later than 1949, and the emphasis this year is on race cars made in 1931 or earlier.

The Brasserie of Light, located within Selfridges, features a stunning design by Damien Hirst, including a 24-foot crystal-encrusted Pegasus sculpture as its centerpiece.

The cinema opened in 1934 as the Gaumont Palace, seating just over 2,500 people, featuring a theatre stage and a large organ.

A waterfall countertop is a design that entails extending the material of an island countertop all the way to the floor, creating a look quite literally reminiscent of a waterfall.

Balfour, an iconic art deco gem located in Miami Beach's upscale South of Fifth enclave, unveils an exciting new chapter as part of Morgans Originals.

Coppola created a space that felt like home, decorated with shades of pink, palm fronds, and lush florals. Crystal chandeliers illuminated the grand evening.

The London Transport Museum is offering a chance to ride a restored 1938 art deco Underground train from July 11 to July 13.

"Every decade since, we've looked back to the 1920s for inspiration... you don't get the full effect of what these dresses look like until you see what they look like worn on a human body."

Art Deco is her particular specialty, not just for the items' ornate detail, but for the history they have concealed within them.

Casablanca, made famous by its film, is an enchanting city steeped in history and architecture, embodying a blend of Art Deco and contemporary design.

Bang & Olufsen's Atelier Limited Edition merges 1920s Art Deco elegance with modern audiovisual technology, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship in a luxurious home entertainment experience.

Although the entrance doors and front facade were cleaned a year ago, they've also been working on the station interior, bringing back some of the lost or hidden heritage.

Looking at this build quite literally gave me the Mandela effect. It feels iconic, although it's an entirely new creation.

The Donatella Boutique Hotel & Restaurant, opening May 9 in Miami Beach, contrasts the surrounding Art Deco atmosphere with its unique Mediterranean vibe and personalized service.

The interior is a ravishing art deco masterpiece, instantly iconic, evoking frustration that such beauty was left unused for decades.

The design intertwines historical elements with contemporary aesthetics, drawing inspiration from bold architectural styles while catering to the owner's artistic preferences.

The Kallista Bezel collection embodies a fusion of modern and timeless design, with luxurious stone details elevating everyday bathroom experiences into refined interactions with water.