Lettering in ornament; an enquiry into the decorative use of lettering, past, present, and possible (1902)
Day, Lewis Foreman, 1845-1910 · London, B. T. Batsford · leaf 115
54. TAPESTRY IN THE HOTEL CLUNY 8o where it often makes a most appropriate accom-paniment to some central shield of arms. It isused also, for the sake of the meandering linegiven by its recurring form, in the broad bordersof engraved brasses and applique embroidery.At times, too, other short… … 55. PLAQUE OF GUBBIO FAIENCE. cross it at intervals, at an angle calculated tosteady the flow of the foliage. The label is employed sometimes in coins,medals, and the like, but without so much reason.There is rarely need for it or room for it ; theavailable space is better given to the…
Lettering · Initials · Decoration and ornament
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