Clifford, C. R. (Chandler Robbins), 1858-1935 · New York, Clifford & Lawton · leaf 246
Volute.—The volute is a system of ornament consisting ofa spiral scroll. Vrilles.^A system of ornament which suggests the spiralform of vine tendrils. At certain epochs, especially in iron work,scrolls are terminated with vrilles. Warm Colors.—The same as luminous colors. Wave-Molding.—An ornament… … TAPESTRIES. TAPESTRIES and embroideries are frequently confused. In atapestry the design forms an integral part of the stuff,while in embroidery the figure is applied to a fabric already exist-ing. The art is as old as painting. We have examples fromEgypt and some of the old wall paintings 3000…
Decoration and ornament -- History · Interior decoration
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