Analysis Of Ornament, Characteristics Of Styles: An Introduction To The Study Of The History Of Ornamental Art (1896)

Analysis of Ornament, Characteristics of Styles: An Introduction to the Study of the History of Ornamental Art is a comprehensive guide to the history of ornamental art. Written by Ralph Nicholson Wornum and first published in 1896, this book provides a detailed analysis of the characteristics of different styles of ornamentation throughout history, from ancient Egypt to the 19th century.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the analysis of ornament, examining the principles of design and the various elements of ornamentation, such as line, form, and color. Wornum also explores the symbolic and aesthetic significance of different types of ornamentation.The second part of the book is dedicated to the characteristics of styles, providing an overview of the major styles of ornamentation throughout history, including Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque. Wornum examines the key features of each style, such as their motifs, colors, and materials, and discusses their historical and cultural context.Throughout the book, Wornum provides numerous examples of ornamental art, including illustrations of architecture, furniture, textiles, and decorative objects. He also includes a glossary of terms and a bibliography for further reading.Overall, Analysis of Ornament, Characteristics of Styles is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of ornamental art, providing a thorough and insightful overview of the subject.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.