flowing decoration
[ˈfloʊɪŋ ˌdɛkəˈreɪʃən]
nounfemininepl: flowing decorations
decoração fluida
1. ornamental design characterized by smooth, continuous, and graceful lines that suggest movement and fluidity
The art nouveau style is famous for its flowing decoration with curved, organic forms.
O estilo art nouveau é famoso pela sua decoração fluida com formas curvas e orgânicas.
2. embellishment in architecture or design that uses sweeping, undulating patterns without sharp angles
The building's facade featured elegant flowing decoration that enhanced its modern aesthetic.
A fachada do edifício apresentava uma elegante decoração fluida que realçava seu estético moderno.
3. decorative elements used in textiles, painting, or sculpture that appear to move or wave
The designer incorporated flowing decoration throughout the interior to create a sense of movement.
A designer incorporou decoração fluida por todo o interior para criar uma sensação de movimento.
This term is particularly prevalent in discussions of Art Nouveau architecture and design movements in both Brazilian and Portuguese contexts. It reflects the influence of European artistic movements on modern design education and practice in Portuguese-speaking countries. In Brazil, flowing decoration appears frequently in discussions of Modernist architecture and interior design, especially in cities like Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo where Art Deco and Art Nouveau influences are visible in historic buildings.
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