The major stylistic influences on Art Deco architecture were:
1. Cubism: The geometric and abstract forms of cubism influenced Art Deco architecture.
2. Futurism: The love of modernity and the future, captured in Futurist art, was applied to Art Deco architecture.
3. Ancient architecture: The fascination with ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman architecture influenced Art Deco architects.
4. Art Nouveau: The flowing and organic forms of Art Nouveau were simplified and streamlined in Art Deco architecture.
5. Machine Age: The machine age aesthetic, with its emphasis on industrial materials and streamlined forms, influenced Art Deco architecture.
6. Jazz age: The music and fashion of the Jazz Age influenced the bold and glamorous style of Art Deco architecture.
7. Exoticism: The fascination with non-western cultures and exotic materials, such as ivory and exotic woods, influenced Art Deco architecture.
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