*** About Art Nouveau Architecture: Art Nouveau is a style of art and architecture featuring decorative arts, that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Characterized by its use of long, sinuous, organic lines, it was employed most often in architecture, interior design, jewelry and glass design, posters, and illustration. This style was influenced heavily by natural forms and structures, particularly the curved lines of plants and flowers, which is why the octopus motif fits seamlessly into the Art Nouveau aesthetic with its dynamic and flowing tentacular forms. Typically, Art Nouveau buildings and artworks exhibit a unique blend of craftsmanship and artistically driven functionality, as seen in the exquisite detailing of the Halifax building's façade.

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