designed by Hector Guimard

Hector Guimard (1867-1942) was a French architect and designer best known for his iconic Art Nouveau designs. He was born on March 10, 1867 in Lyon, France, and he passed away on May 20, 1942 in New York City, USA.

Guimard's most famous works include the entrances to the Paris Métro stations, which feature his signature organic, flowing lines and ornate decorative elements. These designs exemplify the Art Nouveau style, characterized by its emphasis on natural forms and asymmetrical compositions.

His major contribution to art and design was his role in popularizing Art Nouveau in France and beyond. Guimard's architectural creations, furniture designs, and decorative arts helped define the Art Nouveau movement and influenced generations of designers and artists.

埃克托尔·吉马尔（1867-1942）是一位法国建筑师和设计师，以其标志性的新艺术风格设计而闻名。他于1867年3月10日出生在法国里昂，于1942年5月20日在美国纽约市去世。

吉马尔最著名的作品包括巴黎地铁站的入口，这些设计采用了他标志性的有机流线和华丽装饰元素。这些设计体现了新艺术风格，其特点是强调自然形式和不对称构图。

他对艺术和设计的主要贡献在于在法国乃至全球推广新艺术风格。吉马尔的建筑作品、家具设计和装饰艺术帮助定义了新艺术运动，并影响了一代又一代的设计师和艺术家。