The Darker Side of Art Deco
Art Deco, the defining style of the interwar years, is often associated with glamour and luxury. However, its inspiration is rooted in a questionable patchwork of ancient cultures, including Tutankhamun's tomb and Aztec temples.
The Art Deco movement emerged in the 1920s and 1930s, characterized by its bold and glamorous style, as seen in iconic landmarks like the Chrysler Building in New York, constructed in 1928.
- Glittering skyscrapers trimmed with chrome
- Cinemas fronted by ziggurat steps
- Mansion parties, as depicted in F Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby
Though it’s often used as a shorthand to refer to any of the above, Art Deco was never a single unified style.
Author's summary: Art Deco's glamorous facade hides a complex history.
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