After WWI a new, distinctive style emerged, directly following Art Nouveau. It lasted approximately twenty years and reflected the machine age, utilising innovations of the period, such as plastics, chrome and aluminium. Based on classical and other styles, including Egyptian - after 1922 opening of Tutankhamun's tomb - ancient Greece, Arts and Crafts, Chinoiserie, Art Nouveau, Jazz Age, Cubism, Aztec and Mayan art and Futurism. The smooth lines and geometric patterns were found in everything from art to fashion, furniture, light fittings, ornaments, glass, ceramics and jewellery. This talk is a glamorous, elegant and visual morning treat.