Heraldry and floral forms as used in decoration; (1922)
Cole, Herbert · London & Toronto, J. M. Dent & Sons ltd.; New York, E. P. Dutton & co. · leaf 154
The Persiancarpet, from which the cornflower shape and the smaller primrosetype have been taken, abounds with interest when considered underthe heading of our subject. It is impossible to give even a sketch ofthe whole in the space I am entitled to, but to give a general idea ofits plan I may… … forms, of which a few examples are given here. Even though they arewithdrawn from their surroundings they give a good idea of the skillof space-filling, power and beauty of drawing, and knowledge of naturepossessed by the old Eastern craftsmen. In translating these examples of decoration into black…
Decoration and ornament · Heraldry · Decoration and ornament -- Plant forms
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