Description: Chosen from among thousands of images in a massive three-volume set, this spectacular treasury offers the best and most beautiful ornaments from prehistory to the early 19th century. From every corner of the globe and from every age, the most striking achievements in the decorative arts are displayed in 835 full-color, royalty-free illustrations. Conveniently arranged by period are an array of ornamentals adapted from artwork on walls, ceilings, manuscripts, tapestries, and other decorative elements - from ornate carvings on Egyptian columns and striking frescoes on Etruscan walls to dazzling Roman and Byzantine marble mosaics and lavish German book ornamentation and stained glass designs. All images are identified by brief captions. A magnificent addition to any art lover's library, this multipurpose reference will be invaluable to artists and designers alike. 75 full-color plates. Softcover. NOT ex-library. Weight = 500 g BOOK CONDITION = VERY GOOD
Price: 18.15 AUD
Location: Applecross, WA
End Time: 2025-01-03T08:54:44.000Z
Shipping Cost: 19.43 AUD
Product Images
Item Specifics
Restocking fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Topic: Ancient World
Format: Paperback
Title: FULL-COLOR TREASURY of HISTORIC ORNAMENT
Type: Illustrated Book
Subjects: Art & Culture
Publication Year: 2005
Language: English
Age Level: Adults
