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Art Deco
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Definition
A design style that emerged in the 1920s–1930s, characterized by geometric forms, bold colors, and luxurious materials. Art Deco celebrates modernity and machine aesthetics while maintaining ornamental richness. It appears in buildings, furniture, and graphic design.
Example
The Chrysler Building in New York (1930) is an iconic Art Deco skyscraper with gleaming stainless steel crown, geometric sunburst patterns, and stylized automobile ornaments.