Enough of other styles, this post is about Art Deco and here’s a rundown of the many of its instances in the movie.
· The movie poster, definitely
· High-contrast parquetry floor design with sunburst pattern in the center of the ballroom
· Sunburst pattern on the bridge over the pool
· Tiered champagne tower during one of the parties
· Symmetrical poolside staircase mimicking stepped pyramid
· Backdrop for the Wurlitzer piano (00:18)
· Pattern on the area rug in the master bedroom
· Staircase’s baluster design and wall sconce (01:12) in sunray pattern and chandelier (01:16) in the speakeasy scene
· Tea set with the strainer (02:16 & 02:24), clock on the mantel (00:01), plus the Aviator-inspired sofa and armchair (01:23) set in the “invitation to tea” scene
· Emblem on Jay Gatsby’s ring in sunburst / daisy pattern against a black background
· Jordan Baker’s black party dress with palm tree-inspired beading pattern on the neckline
· Miss Baker’s necklace during her meeting with Nick at a building’s rooftop – it is designed with nested triangles topped by a partial circle in reference to Egyptian pyramids and the Egyptian Sun God Ra
So yes, Art Deco makes a strong presence in this movie.