The heyday of Art Nouveau coincided with the electrification of cities. Compared to gas lighting, electric light was safer, generated hardly any heat and did not consume oxygen. However, the uniformity of electric light was also considered a disadvantage because it was perceived as lifeless and sterile. Electricity therefore offered both the opportunity and the […]

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