Museu de Arte Nova

"In Portugal, Art Nouveau emerged during a period of cultural and artistic renewal, known as the Belle Époque, which lasted until the outbreak of World War I in 1914. The style was embraced by a number of artists and designers and was also brought back by the Portuguese bourgeoisie that lived in Brazil and then traveled back home and decorated the facades of as well as home interiors with the expressive approach to art and design. Despite its popularity, Art Nouveau was short-lived and by the 1920s. Nevertheless, its influence can still be seen in the works of many contemporary Portuguese designers and artists, who continue to draw inspiration from the natural forms and decorative motifs of this beautiful and innovative style. You will see wonder examples throughout the city. "