World Heritage Site: Major Town Houses of the Architect Victor Horta (Brussels)
Publication Year: 2019
Publication Type: Article
Publication Identifier: WHEA371F7A432
Summary
The essay 'Made of Antique Glass' explores the significance of Victor Horta's architectural work, particularly his Horta Museum in Brussels, as a symbol of Art Nouveau's synthesis of art and craft. The narrative reflects on personal experiences within the museum, emphasizing its flowing shapes and interdisciplinary influence across media such as glass, metal, stone, and fabric. It contrasts the comfort and luxury of Brussels with the challenges faced elsewhere, highlighting how Horta's designs evoke natural forms like flowers while embodying the movement's ethos. The essay also touches on the transition from Art Nouveau to Art Deco, marking a shift in aesthetic preferences by World War I.
Citation
Dubrow, J. (2019). Essay, Made of Antique Glass. New England Review, 40(2), 72–80. https://doi.org/10.1353/ner.2019.0054
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