A History of Ornament Ancient and Medieval - Paperback

A History of Ornament Ancient and Medieval by A. D. F. Hamlin is a comprehensive study of decorative art and design from the earliest civilizations to the Middle Ages. The book explores the evolution of ornamentation in architecture, sculpture, pottery, textiles, and other forms of art across different cultures and time periods. It delves into the symbolism, motifs, and techniques used in ornamentation and their cultural significance. The author also discusses the influence of historical events, trade, and religion on the development of ornamentation. The book features over 500 illustrations, including photographs, drawings, and diagrams, to provide a visual representation of the various styles and techniques discussed. This book is a valuable resource for art historians, designers, and anyone interested in the history of decorative art.1916. A richly illustrated detailed history of Western architectural ornamentation. Contents: Introductory comments; Primitive and savage ornament; Egyptian ornament; Chaldea and Assyria; West Asiatic ornament: Phrygia, Lydia and Persia; Pre-Hellenic ornament: Aegean and Asiatic; Greek Ornament I and II; Etruscan and Roman ornament I and II; Pompeiian ornament; Early Christian or Basilican ornament; Byzantine ornament; Romanesque ornament: I. Italian and French and II. Anglo-Norman, German, Spanish and Scandinavian; Gothic ornament: structural; Gothic carving and industrial and accessory arts; Particular schools of Gothic ornament: I. French and English and II. German, Spanish, Italian; Index.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.