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Definition:
Art Deco was a style which was most popular during the 1920s and was characterized by the use of chrome and plastic,
zigzaging lines, and setbacks. Advocates of Art Deco, although they used many modern materials, resisted the new
phenomenon of mass production which, they argued, only cheapened art and the aesthetic experience. Accordingly, they
focused on producing more unique and unusual pieces, often through pre-industrial techniques and craftsmanship.
The Chyrsler Building in New York City is a famous architectural example of Art Deco.
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