Medieval Ornament and Design: A Dover Pictorial Archive

This book presents a comprehensive collection of over 400 copyright-free illustrations of medieval ornament and design. Drawn from a wide range of sources, including illuminated manuscripts, stained glass, metalwork, and more, these motifs provide a rich and varied resource for artists, designers, and historians.

Medieval Ornament and Design (Dover Pictorial Archive)

by Jules Gailhabaud

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	50328 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	98 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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Organization

The book is organized into four main sections:

• Geometric Patterns: This section includes a variety of geometric patterns, such as interlaces, spirals, and knots.
• Floral Patterns: This section includes a variety of floral patterns, such as leaves, flowers, and vines.
• Animal Patterns: This section includes a variety of animal patterns, such as birds, beasts, and dragons.
• Human Figures: This section includes a variety of human figures, such as knights, ladies, and monks.

Applications

The illustrations in this book can be used for a variety of purposes, including:

• Design Inspiration: The motifs in this book can be used as inspiration for new designs.
• Historical Research: The motifs in this book can be used to study the history of medieval art and design.
• Educational Resources: The motifs in this book can be used to teach about medieval art and design.

Examples

Here are a few examples of the illustrations included in this book:

Medieval Ornament and Design: A Dover Pictorial Archive is a valuable resource for anyone interested in medieval art and design. With over 400 copyright-free illustrations, this book provides a rich and varied source of inspiration for artists, designers, and historians.

Medieval Ornament and Design (Dover Pictorial Archive)

by Jules Gailhabaud

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	50328 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	98 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE