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Owen Jones (1809-1874) was a British designer and architect who is best known for his influential book "The Grammar of Ornament" (1856). The book illustrated and categorized historical patterns from around the world, which served as a source of inspiration for later artists and designers. Jones emphasized the importance of geometric and natural forms, and his work helped to revive interest in decorative arts. His designs, characterized by vibrant colors and intricate patterns, influenced everything from furniture and textiles to architecture and graphic design.
Born
1809
Died
1874
Turkish no. 3. Decoration of the dome of the tomb of So...
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Turkish no. 1. Ornaments in relief from mosques, tombs ...
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Elizabethan Ornament no. 1. Various ornaments in relief...
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Arabian no. 2. Arabian ornaments from the thirteenth ce...
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Leaves and Flowers from Nature Ornament no. 10. Passion...
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Chinese Ornament no. 1. Ornaments painted on porcelain ...
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Indian Ornament no. 5. Specimens of painted lacquer wor...
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Indian Ornament no. 3. Ornaments from woven fabrics and...
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Italian Ornament no. 2. Ornaments from the Palazzo Duca...
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Chinese Ornament no. 1. Conventional renderings of frui...
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Italian Ornament no. 3. Ornaments from the Palazzo Duca...
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Egyptian no. 8
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Medieval Ornament no. 1. Conventional leaves and flower...
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Medieval Ornament no. 3. Diapers from illuminated manus...
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