Floral Patterns of India

Henry Wilson

ISBN 10: 0500518394 / ISBN 13: 9780500518397

Published by Thames and Hudson Ltd, 2016

About this Item

First Edition. 4TO, Hardback with Decorated Boards. 272 Pages, Coloured Illustrations throughout. Small mark to front board, Few marks to page foredges. Overall a near fine copy. Extra postage may apply for overseas orders. All books are posted in a sturdy book box.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Floral Patterns of India
• Publisher: Thames and Hudson Ltd
• Publication Date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0500518394
• ISBN 13: 9780500518397
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Seller catalogs:
  • Design

About this title

Synopsis

A detailed view of the stunningly rich floral pattern in Indian architecture and design

Author of Pattern and Ornament in the Arts of India Henry Wilson has deepened his initial study of the decorative arts in India, creating a companion volume that focuses on a single theme: the floral motifs in India’s architecture. From the illustrious Mughal Empire during its greatest period of monument building and artistic creativity to the time of British rule, which brought with it a period of peace that allowed great wealth to be concentrated on the arts, the richness of India’s architecture is overwhelming.

Henry Wilson’s photographs reveal the skill, patience, and imagination of the thousands of craftsmen who have turned to floral motifs and rendered them with precision and creativity. Juxtaposed with the photographs are Wilson’s own graphic transpositions of the designs―detailed drawings created by hand but with a stencil-like clarity that helps us understand the original historical patterns. The result is an invaluable sourcebook that will appeal not only to those interested in one of the world’s oldest civilizations and greatest cultures but also to anyone seeking inspiration for their own graphic creations. 350 illustrations

About the Author

Henry Wilson is well known as a photographer of architecture and interiors, with a special interest in India. His books include India Contemporary and Pattern and Ornament in the Arts of India, and he is a frequent contributor to The World of Interiors, Architectural Digest, and other design magazines. He lives in London.