The Complete Pattern Directory - by Elizabeth Wilhide (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"Throughout history, patterns have come in countless permutations of motif, color, and scale. From the first rhythmic marks pressed onto clay vessels, to the latest digital design, pattern-making has been an essential part of the decorative arts since time immemorial. With 1500 illustrations of patterns from all ages and cultures, THE COMPLETE PATTERN DIRECTORY is not only a visual feast, it is the most comprehensive resource available on the subject. The book is arranged thematically according to pattern type, with chapters on Flora, Fauna, Pictorial, Geometric, and Abstract designs. Each pattern includes the name of the pattern, the year of its creation, and a brief description. The categories are supplemented by in-depth features highlighting the work of key designers including William Morris, Sonia Delaunay, Charles and Ray Eames, Lucienne Day, and Orla Kiely, as well as sections detailing the characteristic motifs of key period styles from Baroque to Art Deco." -- Publisher's description<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>An essential resource for any designer, crafter, artist, or historian, <i>The Complete Pattern Dictionary</i> is the most comprehensive, practical, and beautiful directory of patterns throughout history, covering all periods, styles, and cultures. </b> <p/> Throughout history, patterns have come in countless permutations of motif, color, and scale. From the first rhythmic marks pressed onto clay vessels, to the latest digital design, pattern-making has been an essential part of the decorative arts since time immemorial. <p/> With 1500 illustrations of patterns from all ages and cultures, <i>The Complete Pattern Dictionary</i> is not only a visual feast, it is the most comprehensive resource available on the subject. The book is arranged thematically according to pattern type, with chapters on Flora, Fauna, Pictorial, Geometric, and Abstract designs. Each pattern includes the name of the pattern, the year of its creation, and a brief description. The categories are supplemented by in-depth features highlighting the work of key designers including William Morris, Sonia Delaunay, Charles and Ray Eames, Lucienne Day, and Orla Kiely, as well as sections detailing the characteristic motifs of key period styles from Baroque to Art Deco.<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Elizabeth Wilhide</b> is the author of many books on design and interiors. She has co-authored several books with Terence Conran including <i>The Essential House Book</i>, <i>Terence Conran on Design</i>, <i>Plain Simple Useful</i> and <i>Conran on Colour</i>. Most recently, she was consultant editor and contributor to <i>Design: The Whole Story</i>. She lives in London.
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