Let’s learn about Art Deco and Art Nouveau! If you want to know why they look so different, it’s important to understand the world that shaped them. Every style is a time capsule. Art Nouveau was a reaction to industrial chaos; Art Deco was the optimism and excess that followed. No style exists in a vacuum. . Which style is your favorite? What style should I explore next? . . *disclaimer: This is a simplified breakdown of over 50 years of history. If you’re curious to learn more, I have a full v