New Grammar of Ornament
Thomas Weil • ISBN-13 978‑3037786536
New Grammar of Ornament
ISBN-10: 1704485967 · ISBN-13: 978‑3037786536 · 2021
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Architect and designer Thomas Weil examines the enduring presence of ornament across diverse media, from architectural facades to contemporary tattoo motifs. By synthesizing archaeological research with modern design analysis, the volume identifies an anthropological constant in the recurring use of geometric and floral patterns. This comprehensive reference work updates the discourse established by Owen Jones, categorizing global ornamental forms within a rigorous cultural-historical framework.
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