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movement. Its architects tried to harmonize decorative expression with plants and flowers, often choosing commercial buildings and cafés for their work. New materials such as iron and glass evoked the power of industry and advances in science and technology since the previous century. Some examples
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inspiration. It includes a central portico along its main axis, surmounted by flag, flanked by two large undulating frames. Its perimeter is constituted by large curved pieces, vegetal or shell-like in form, decorated in the center. Between the shell and door flag is a sign stating
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became an important commercial artery, where many foreign merchants installed their businesses, including Vicent, Delage, Buisson, etc. The building's name came from the foreign occupant, who early on installed his business in the spaces, a
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of such emblematic buildings are the Café Majestic, the
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