Dresser, Christopher · London ; New York : Cassell Petter & Galpin · leaf 92
r points, and some three. If such stars are irregularly (without order)intermixed over the ceiling, and yet are somewhat equally dispersed, a very pleasingand interesting effect will thereby be produced. This effect is in much favour withthe Japanese. The stars, however, should be smaller if placed… … Fig. 51 PRINCIPl.KS OF DESIGN. is improved by each star having a very fine outline of a yet darker tint of tbe samecolour. I should recommend those interested in the decoration of ceilings to studycarefully the Egyptian, Alhambra, and Greek Courts at the Crystal Palace,Sydenham, especially the two…
Decoration and ornament
Internet Archive · OCAD University Library · Public Domain Mark 1.0. Free to use for anything.
