Art Nouveau to Deco: 20th Century Europe

During the first few decades of the twentieth society western society experienced new heights of confidence and prosperity, thanks to a combination of rapid industrialization and colonial expansion. From Art Nouveau to Deco, this art history course will explore one of the most dynamic periods in European art.  Discover the contributions made by individual artists and designers within a wider political and cultural context, and consider themes such as taste, patronage, and the art market. 

Learn from our world-class experts wherever you are, whenever suits you: watch lectures live or view the recording later in your own time. You can experience the full breadth and depth of the V&A's collections with more than 40 hours of study over 12 weeks. Learn at your own pace: lecture recordings and study materials, lecture notes, copies of the presentations, and additional study materials are available in our secure Microsoft Teams environment for 12 weeks after the course ends, so you'll never miss a thing. And finally, join the conversation: share your perspective with your fellow students, and support each other in your further enquiries outside of class time.