A Manual of Historic Ornament by Richard Glazier
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"A Manual of Historic Ornament" by Richard Glazier is a scholarly reference work on the evolution and development of architectural ornamentation and other applied arts, written in the late 19th century. This manual is intended for both students and craftsmen, providing an elementary understanding of architecture and historical ornamentation while emphasizing the beauty and significance of ancient and medieval art forms. It likely serves as an important resource for anyone interested in
the aesthetic traditions that have shaped architectural design through the ages. The opening of the manual outlines its primary objectives, which include fostering an appreciation of ancient civilizations' artistic contributions, educating readers on the characteristics of various ornamental styles, and encouraging a deeper understanding of the industrial arts. Glazier explains that the manual features a wide variety of illustrations that represent typical examples of different styles and periods, facilitating a visual understanding of the subject matter. The initial sections focus on regions such as Oceania, Egypt, Assyria, and Greece, highlighting their unique artistic expressions and the intricate relationship of ornamentation with culture and society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Glazier, Richard, 1851-1918 |
|---|---|
| Title |
A Manual of Historic Ornament Treating upon the evolution, tradition, and development of architecture and other applied arts. Prepared for the use of students and craftsmen |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 51.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament |
| Subject | Decoration and ornament -- History |
| Subject | Decorative arts -- History |
| Subject | Decoration and ornament, Architectural -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 53373 |
| Release Date | Oct 26, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 822 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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