Antique Peony print by Alphonse Mucha (c. 1890s) – Art Nouveau Decorative wall art home office By marrying the rigid requirements

By marrying the rigid requirements of technical drafting with a vibrant

Artist: William Morris (1834–1896)

bold elegance

celebrated for his ability to fuse the rhythmic

Artist/Project: Robert John Thornton

Antique Peony print by Alphonse Mucha (c. 1890s) – Art Nouveau Decorative wall art home office By marrying the rigid requirementsThis stunning continuous pattern of an antique peony print is a classic example of Alphonse Mucha's decorative work from the 1890s, the height of the Art Nouveau movement. Mucha, a Czech painter and decorative artist, became world famous for his distinctive style, which emphasized flowing, organic forms and intricate floral motifs. Artistic Style & The Art Nouveau Aesthetic Organic Rhythm: Muchas pattern design utilizes rhythmic, looping lines that