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This amazing compilation of decorative motifs from around the world is unparalleled in its range of coverage with examples from early Greek, Roman and Egyptian designs through those of the 19th century. Geographically diverse, the book covers ornamentation from Asia and Africa as well as Europe and the Americas. Originally published in the 19th century in two volumes, this work by Auguste Racinet was an invaluable resource to artists, designers and architects when it was first published and continues to be so today. The period when Racinet's volumes were being published for the first time (1869 through 1887) saw a renewed interest in classicism and the decorative arts and Racinet's work was certainly influential. With 220 colour plates comprising over 1500 decorative motifs derived from illuminated manuscripts, jewellery, tiles, weaponry, wall painting and other sources, the book is not only inspirational, but also serves as both a visual reference of the motifs and an insight into the aesthetics of different cultures and periods. We are pleased to offer this opulent and beautifully colourful title in a combined single volume. A book that every graphic designer, architect, fashion designer or artist must have, it will also appeal to those interested in aesthetics and visual culture.
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The World Ornament Sourcebook [From the Russian]
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ISBN 10: 1908126264
ISBN 13: 9781908126269
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Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. No Flaws or Blemishes; Gift Quality. 4to; 11.75 inches tall; 69 pages of text and in-text drawings followed by 220 full color plates with accompanying page of text. Originally published in the 19th century in two volumes, this work by Auguste Racinet was an invaluable resource to artists, designers and architects when it was first published and continues to be so today. The period when Racinet's volumes were being published for the first time (1869 through 1887) saw a renewed interest in classicism and the decorative arts and Racinet's work was certainly influential. With 220 colour plates comprising over 1500 decorative motifs derived from illuminated manuscripts, jewellery, tiles, weaponry, wall painting and other sources, the book is not only inspirational, but also serves as both a visual reference of the motifs and an insight into the aesthetics of different cultures and periods. Fine Hardcover in a Fine Dust Jacket. Seller Inventory # 15810
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The world ornament sourcebook
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ISBN 10: 1908126264
ISBN 13: 9781908126269
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First Edition. Near fine cloth copy in a near-fine, very slightly edge-nicked and dust-dulled dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description: 220 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm. Notes: Original Russian ed. published: Moscow : Art-Rodnik, 2011. 'The basis of this book was a two-volume work edited by Auguste Racinet entitled L'Ornement polychrome, originally published in Paris in 1888' - jkt. English adaptation of an original French work. Subjects: Decoration and ornament Themes, motives; Decoration and ornament; Art and Design. 3 Kg. Seller Inventory # 404695
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The world ornament sourcebook
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ISBN 10: 1908126264
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First Edition. Near fine cloth copy in a near-fine, very slightly edge-nicked and dust-dulled dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description: 220 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm. Notes: Original Russian ed. published: Moscow : Art-Rodnik, 2011. 'The basis of this book was a two-volume work edited by Auguste Racinet entitled L'Ornement polychrome, originally published in Paris in 1888' - jkt. English adaptation of an original French work. Subjects: Decoration and ornament Themes, motives; Decoration and ornament; Art and Design. 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 404695
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ISBN 10: 1908126264
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