Giovanna Massobrio and Paolo Portoghesi examine the Art Nouveau movement's celebration of feminine imagery and decorative freedom in late 19th and early 20th century design. Published by Editori Laterza in 1983, this hardcover volume in very good condition traces how Liberty style transformed architecture, furniture, and applied arts through sinuous lines and organic forms inspired by nature and the female figure.

From the library of John Russell Taylor.