Miller, Fred, decorative artist · New York, London, Truslove, Hanson & Comba, Ld. · leaf 135
dmit I find it very difficult to do this wherethe motifs are so well known as in this so-called FrenchRenaissance work. Professional designers are too often compelled to dowork in the style of such-and-such a period, because,having to earn their living, they have no choice but to dowhat they are… … No. 83.—Continuous Border of conventionalised plant and insectforms. The leaf stems are made into an ornamental feature. Theinsects might be formed of mother-of-pearl or ivory. craftsman is under no obligation to work in a particulargroove, but can give rein to his fancy and do just as itdictates;…
Decorative arts · Decoration and ornament
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