Alphonse Mucha

Nouveau, when his poster of the actress Sarah Bernhardt

became a legendary icon of the movement. Mucha went on to

design hundreds of pieces in the decorative arts field, but later

distanced himself from the style he pioneered, devoting his

time and energy to painting. This book presents the full array

of Mucha's artis

Nouveau, when his poster of the actress Sarah Bernhardt

became a legendary icon of the movement. Mucha went on to

design hundreds of pieces in the decorative arts field, but later

distanced himself from the style he pioneered, devoting his

time and energy to painting. This book presents the full array

of Mucha's artistic contributionsnot only his posters and

jewelry designs but also his design for the pavilion of Bosnia

and Herzegovina at the 1900 World's Fair. A stunning selection of 700 color illustrations is accompanied with essays that explore Mucha's style and inspirations, his transition away from the decorative arts, and his forays into photography. Fans of Art Nouveau will treasure this dazzling and unique study of the artist and his and unique study of the artist and his contribution to design and illustration.