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 178
moment in order to take a slighthistorical survey in reference to our subject. The Greeks, although conquered by the Romans, impregnatedthem with their art, and Roman art is therefore an evolution ordevelopment of Greek art. When the Roman Empire decayed it is166 AS USED IN DECORATION 167 generally… … as when the great Empire demanded palaces and temples to be rearedand decorated in accordance with its pride, wealth and luxury. Greek i68 FLORAL FORMS workmen, sculptors, painters and craftsmen of all kinds were largelyemployed by the Romans, and Greek artists and craftsmen againwere they who…
Decoration and ornament · Heraldry · Decoration and ornament -- Plant forms
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