This rich archive contains a host of simple, decorative motifs: quaint, small-scaled florals, sea creatures, birds, barnyard animals, Far Eastern figures, and pastoral scenes, among them. Adapted from 17th- through 19th-century textiles, furniture, domestic accessories, and more, these charming images will delight graphic artists, hobbyists, designers, and devotees of French Provincial design. 224 black-and-white illustrations. Dover Original.
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Traditional Turkish Designs CD-ROM and Book by Azade Akar Stunning collection of authentic motifs from Iznik pottery. Images of plants, animals, ships, suns, moons, and many other enchanting motifs will be of value to commercial artists and designers. 341 black-and-white designs.
Traditional Designs from India CD-ROM and Book by Dover Decorative black-and-white designs adapted from coins and pottery from South India, Ajanta and Bagh murals, Muslim monuments, textiles from Gujarat and Punjab, as well as masks and other tribal arts. 800 images.
