Joseph D'Aste was born in Naples, Italy in 1881 and moved to Paris at the beginning of the 20th century, where he developed his artistic career.
He exhibited his works at the Salon de Paris between 1905 and 1934.
He is known for his works that represent idyllic scenes of pastoral life (fête champêtre).
He worked mainly in bronze, often with gilded patinas, and also in terracotta and marble.
His works are often signed as "J. D'Aste" or "Joseph D'Aste".
His works are found in the collections of the Musée d'Orsay in Paris Musée d'Orsay in Paris.
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Style Art Nouveau
The name "Art Nouveau" in French means "new art." It is also known as “Jugendstil” in Germany. In contrast, in Vienna and Italy it is called "Liberty".
It employs curvilinear designs with sinuous, asymmetrical lines, often based on plant forms, as well as stylized female silhouettes.
The style was used in architecture, interior design, glassware, jewelry, sculpture, painting, furniture, posters, and illustration.
New materials were introduced, such as opals and semi-precious stones.
The Art Nouveau style had its greatest momentum at the Universal Exposition of 1900 in Paris.
After that, it spread throughout Europe, the United States, and Australia.
In Paris, you can see the metro entrances, and in Belgium, its countless buildings.
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