Art Nouveau: Objects and Artifacts plus his black-and-white series

plus his black-and-white series

from the author's arrival in South Africa to his capture during a Boer ambush of an armored train

The eleven papers contained are his most important contributions — the records and results of a creative scientist

supplements the models

books on settlers

Art Nouveau: Objects and Artifacts plus his black-and-white seriesA revolutionary reaction to the eclectic historical styles of nineteenth century art, the turn of the century Art Nouveau movement drew much of its inspiration from nature. Applying its sinuous, curvilinear motifs to the decorative arts, graphics, architecture, sculpture, and painting, artists and crafters attempted to create a style suitable for a "modern" age. This treasury of rare Art Nouveau decorative ornaments offers an unusual selection of the