Mastery of decorative design for builders, artists, and students transforms theory into practice with a thorough survey of ornament, proportion, and form. This advanced text guides you through the methods, rules, and historical trends that shape decorative art, from wall surfaces and borders to industrial objects and architectural details. Clear, illustrated explanations help you apply principles to real projects.
This edition examines how decoration serves function and meaning—how surfaces, patterns, and elements interact to create harmony in rooms, vessels, and objects. It covers the evolution of ornament, the use of line and mass, and the role of natural forms, animal and plant motifs, and human figures in design. You’ll find practical guidance on repeats, color, and proportion, plus insights into how architecture and industry influence decorative choices. The text ties tradition to invention, showing how designers can translate observed shapes from nature and everyday objects into new, purposeful forms.
- Learn the core elements of ornament and how to classify and combine geometrical, vegetal, animal, and human motifs
- Discover strategies for applying decoration to walls, plafonds, borders, pilasters, and other architectural surfaces
- Explore industrial and natural sources of inspiration, with guidance on adaptation rather than imitation
- See how proportion, stability, variety, and contrast drive pleasing, unified designs
Ideal for readers of art, design, and architectural history who want practical techniques balanced with historical context.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fundamental principles and practical applications of decorative design, guiding readers through a comprehensive exploration of ornamental elements and their arrangement. Tracing the evolution of lines and figures used in ornament from historical and natural sources, the author establishes a framework for understanding the underlying principles of design. From simple methods like diapering and chequering to more complex arrangements like spotting and powdering, the book offers a systematic approach to creating visually pleasing patterns. Furthermore, it emphasizes the importance of considering the intended purpose and surface when applying ornament, highlighting the distinct characteristics of walls and textiles, for example. Practical considerations for designing wallpapers, friezes, borders, and other decorative elements are also discussed, providing valuable insights for designers and artists alike. Ultimately, this book underscores the enduring significance of constructive order and the harmonious interplay between form and function in the creation of timeless and captivating decorative designs. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330621615_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330621615
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 242 pages. 9.29x7.01x1.06 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1330621611
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Vendeur : AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Allemagne
Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330621615
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