Art-Studies from Nature, as Applied to Design by Hulme, Glaisher, Hunt, and Mackie
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About this eBook
| Author | Hulme, F. Edward (Frederick Edward), 1841-1909 |
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| Author | Glaisher, James, 1809-1903 |
| Author | Hunt, Robert, 1807-1887 |
| Author | Mackie, Samuel Joseph, active 1851-1872 |
| LoC No. | 01025928 |
| Title |
Art-Studies from Nature, as Applied to Design For the use of architects, designers, and manufacturers |
| Note | Reading ease score: 50.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | I. The adaptability of our native plants to the purposes of ornamental art, by F.E. Hulme -- II. Sea-weeds as objects of design, by S.J. Mackie -- III. The crystals of snow as applied to the purposes of design, by J. Glaisher -- IV. The symmetrical and ornamental forms of organic remains, by R. Hunt. |
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| Summary | "Art-Studies from Nature, as Applied to Design" by F. E. Hulme, J. Glaisher, S. J. Mackie, and Robert Hunt is a detailed collection of essays intended for architects, designers, and manufacturers, likely written in the late 19th century. This work explores the beauty and adaptability of natural forms in the realm of ornamental art, serving as a guide to inspire artists and designers in their creative processes. Each section delves into different aspects of nature, emphasizing how the intricate designs found in plants and natural phenomena can be applied to art and design. The opening of this collection sets the tone by emphasizing the profound relationship between nature and artistry. It introduces the idea that true beauty in art springs from understanding and appreciating the richness of the natural world, suggesting that all elements, even seemingly mundane plants like fungi or lichen, have aesthetic value that can be harnessed in design. The text outlines the importance of studying native plants' forms, colors, and arrangements as essential sources of inspiration for creating meaningful and beautiful work in architecture and decorative arts. Each subsequent paper promises to illustrate how various plant forms, marine life, and organic shapes can enhance ornamental art, encouraging designers to look beyond traditional motifs for their classifications and designs. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament |
| Subject | Nature (Aesthetics) |
| Subject | Decoration and ornament -- Plant forms |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53624 |
| Release Date | Nov 28, 2016 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 86 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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