Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Everything Old is New Again in.... Art Deco

Art Deco happens to be one of my favorite styles.  There are quite a few examples of Art Deco in Buffalo, NY.  Some include: the architecture of Buffalo City Hall, decor at Hotel Lafayette, Buffalo Central Terminal, Electric Tower, etc.


What is Art Deco?
   Art Deco is a decorative style.  It was especially popular during the 1920s and 1930s.  It originated in Europe.  Art Deco is characterized by geometrical shapes, bold outlines, zig zag forms and synthetic materials.


Items from Etsy shops that would fit this style:

TheCreativeHearth
Buffalo, NY Postcard
https://www.etsy.com/listing/153941543/vintage-postcard-art-deco-greetings-from?ref=shop_home_active
Vintage Postcard Art Deco Greetings From Buffalo New York Linen Postcard Win the War stamps 1943 WW II

JamesGreenwaldDesign
Richardson Towers
https://www.etsy.com/listing/153325796/richardson-towers-buffalo-ny-digital?ref=shop_home_feat

Richardson Towers Buffalo, NY Digital Print - 11x14


BeautBits
Salt and Pepper Shakers
https://www.etsy.com/listing/103308614/1940s-art-deco-salt-pepper-set-in-box?ref=sr_gallery_1&sref=sr_5fcb1aa5d861392d680fc437becf4b12175799fd1100d6d440e0686043b4e045_1375211003_14320609_deco&ga_search_query=Art+Deco+ny&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_page=4&ga_search_type=all

1940's ART DECO Salt & Pepper Set in Box Empire State Building NY Unused


Themes in Art Deco:

bold
geometric
luxury
glamour
social progress
technological progress
strong colors

Do you have any pieces in your shop that fit this style? If so, post below.

1 comment:

  1. It is great to see Etsians learn from one another and support one another. Very imformative Blog.

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