The Darker Side of Art Deco
Art Deco, the defining style of the interwar years, is often associated with glamour and luxury, but its inspiration is rooted in a questionable patchwork of ancient cultures.
The movement, which emerged in the 1920s and 1930s, is characterized by its bold and glamorous style, evident in iconic landmarks like New York's Chrysler Building, 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
Art Deco was never a single unified style
Despite its glamorous facade, the Art Deco movement's inspiration is drawn from a diverse range of ancient cultures, including Egyptian and Aztec temples, such as Tutankhamun's tomb.
Author's summary: Art Deco's glamour hides a darker, more complex history.
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