Jones, Own creator text London Dorling Kindersley Publisher 2001 monographic eng

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504 Pages : pbk. 17 cm. The book analyzes ornament from ancient civilizations (Egyptian, Greek, Islamic, etc.) to modern times, identifying universal principles behind good design. Jones argues that ornament should be based on nature, geometry, and harmony, not imitation or excessive realism. He promotes flat pattern, clear structure, and disciplined use of color, believing ornament should enhance architecture and objects rather than dominate them. The work established design rules that strongly influenced modern design, architecture, and art education. Own Jones include index. Fine Arts 745.4 JON 0751312762 GCL 260113