9780282893576 - Original Geometrical Diaper Designs: Accompanied by an Attempt to Develope and Elucidate the True Principles of Ornamental Design, as Applied to the Decorative Arts... (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book unveils the correlation between beauty and mathematical principles in design. The author posits that the recurring patterns found in natureâ"from the shape of a leaf, to the spiral of a seashellâ"can be reduced to a series of geometric ratios. These ratios are observed in the form and color of both natural and man-made objects, revealing a universal aesthetic language. The author explores how this language was perfected in ancient Greece, providing examples that illustrate the presence of these "harmonic ratios" in sculptures and decorative arts. By understanding these ratios, the author argues, we can create a more profound and beautiful built environment. The author concludes that the principles of designâ"whether in architecture, graphic arts, or textilesâ"are rooted in nature's own aesthetic principles. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.