Art Nouveau artists thought that the arts should surround us. Their art was not meant for galleries, but to be enjoyed in everyday life. Use the following sites to learn about different applications of art nouveau
Architecture - http://www.greatbuildings.com/types/styles/art_nouveau.html
Jewelry - http://www.jewelrycentral.com/Art_Nouveau_Jewelry.html
Furniture - http://www.frontiernet.net/~jmetzger/inlay.html
Textiles – original designs and reproductions, inspirations - http://www.burrows.com/
Now think about the following questions:
Why should art be a part of our everyday life?
What problems do you see with an environment like this?
Who would want this kind of art around them all the time?
Would you?