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The revolutionary style known as Art Nouveau swept Europe at the turn of the nineteenth century, transforming the decorative arts and architecture. Gallé was the first major exponent to infuse his designs with one of the principal concepts of this new style, turning to nature for inspiration. He inspired numerous artists in his native city of Nancy to abandon the previous use of historical styles. The group known as the École de Nancy is now recognized as a major exponent of Art Nouveau. Gallé himself worked in two fields, glass and furniture. While most of his furniture designs exist in numerous examples, this model is rare, the only other known version being that in the Musée de l'École de Nancy.
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