Art Deco

Art Deco is an artistic movement that began in Paris during the 1920s. This style was considered the height of modernity and innovation, and was incorporated into architecture, fashion, graphic arts and film (known as film noir). Art Deco is typified with materials such as aluminum and inlaid wood, and exhibits right angles, sunburst motifs and lavish fountains. Enthusiasm for this art style diminished after World War II, resulting from years of overuse. Art Deco was no longer seen as innovative, but rather as a gaudy and false image of luxurious glamor.

Art Deco Society of California