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Exquisite Art Nouveau Bay Window: Luxurious Facade with Delicate Stone Carving

#16324. Exquisite Art Nouveau Bay Window: Luxurious Facade with Delicate Stone Carving

Before us is a magnificent example of Art Nouveau architecture, showcasing a luxurious bay window with exquisite decorative elements. The facade is made of light-colored stone and impresses with the richness of its plastic decor, characteristic of this style. The bay window has a cylindrical shape and is divided into two levels, each glazed with tall windows featuring stained glass and thin frames.

Of particular note is the filigree stone carving, creating an intricate ornamental decor. The upper tier of the bay window is adorned with sculpted elements in the form of stylized plant motifs and fantastic creatures – a characteristic technique of Art Nouveau with its love for natural, flowing forms. The middle part of the bay window is decorated with an openwork balcony with meticulously detailed elements – here we see a skillful combination of geometric and floral motifs, creating a sense of lightness and airiness in the structure.

The lower tier of the bay window is framed by a rich ornamental frieze, which emphasizes the horizontal articulation of the facade and gives the building additional expressiveness. The entire composition is crowned with an elegant canopy, also decorated in the Art Nouveau style.

Such techniques can be creatively interpreted in modern private construction – for example, using bay windows to create additional space and improve room insolation, applying decorative elements (albeit in a more restrained form), paying attention to the detailing of window openings and balcony railings. Even small elements of stylized plant ornaments can give individuality to a modern facade.

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