Curves: Flowers, Foliates & Flourishes in The Formal Decorative Arts: Flowers, Foliates & Flourishes in The Formal Decorative Arts (Wooden Books) (Wooden Books) (Wooden Books)

by Lisa DeLong

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Why are curves important? What are the secrets of ornamentation? How do you create an invisible repeat in a fabric or wallpaper design? Does a hidden geometry inform these free-flowing floral compositions? In this beautiful pocket book, packed with rare illustrations and helpful diagrams, artist Lisa DeLong demonstrates the time-honoured techniques behind the use of curves and plant forms in the traditional visual arts. From ironwork to illuminated manuscripts, this is an inspirational book.
  • ISBN10 1904263887
  • ISBN13 9781904263883
  • Publish Date 1 November 2013
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country GB
  • Imprint Wooden Books
  • Format Paperback
  • Pages 58
  • Language English