Art Nouveau Squared | Book presentation

Around 1900, Germany was the main centre for the production of Art Nouveau tiles in Europe. Hallways were regarded as status symbols, and the entranceway became like a calling card. Today, few people are aware that many original tiled walls from that period have been preserved in Berlin. 

Art Nouveau Squared presents 120 fascinating tiles, explains their motifs, and sets them in the context of Art Nouveau ornamentation. The plant theme is particularly widespread: abstract or naturalistic depictions of flowers and trees unfold their full beauty in the square format. This book is the first to document historical Berlin tile paintings, most of which are not listed and therefore at risk.

The book launch will now take place in the showroom at GOLEM – Kunst und Baukeramik in Berlin. The author and Jugendstil expert Heike Maria Johenning will guide visitors through her work, captivating them with her knowledge and passion.

Admission is free. No registration is required.

The event will be held in German.

GOLEM – Kunst und Baukeramik
Sophienstraße 6
10178 Berlin

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More on the book Art Nouveau Squared can be found here.