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Historic Ornament: Treatise on Decorative Art and Architectural Ornament

Historic Ornament: Treatise on Decorative Art and Architectural Ornament

Ward, James

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Art HistoryGeneral Architecture

ISBN10: 1428627057
ISBN13: 9781428627055
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 8 2006
Pages: 436
Weight: 1.40
Height: 0.97 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Historic Ornament: Treatise on Decorative Art and Architectural Ornament is a comprehensive guide to the history and techniques of decorative art and architectural ornamentation. Written by James Ward, a renowned expert in the field, this book explores the evolution of ornamentation from ancient times to the present day, providing a detailed analysis of the various styles, materials, and techniques used over the centuries.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a specific period or style of ornamentation. Beginning with ancient Egypt and Greece, the author discusses the use of motifs such as the lotus flower and acanthus leaf, and how they were adapted by later civilizations such as the Romans and Byzantines.Moving on to the medieval period, Ward examines the use of Gothic and Romanesque motifs in architecture and decorative arts, including stained glass windows, illuminated manuscripts, and metalwork. He then explores the Renaissance and Baroque periods, discussing the use of classical motifs and the development of new techniques such as stucco and plasterwork.The book also covers the Arts and Crafts movement, Art Nouveau, and Art Deco, as well as modernist and postmodernist styles. Throughout the book, Ward provides detailed illustrations and photographs of examples of ornamentation from around the world, making it an invaluable resource for architects, designers, and historians alike.Overall, Historic Ornament: Treatise on Decorative Art and Architectural Ornament is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and techniques of decorative art and architectural ornamentation.Pottery; Enamels; Ivories; Metal-Work; Furniture; Textile Fabrics; Mosaics; Glass; And Book Decoration.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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