#Floral Patterns

[thecollectibles]

Art by Edward Denton

[artthatgivesmefeelings]

French school of the 18th Century Pair of works: Overdoors with floral decoration

[uwmspeccoll]

Publishers’ Binding Thursday

The best way I’ve found to find the lovely publishers’ bindings in our collection is to simply go looking for them in the stacks. Most are not identified as having publishers’ bindings in their records, and many have designs that are uncredited; so while some publishers’ binding designers like Margaret Armstrong are well-known and credited for their work, many remain unknown and unremembered. But their work is not unappreciated!

This floral publishers’ binding for One of Cleopatra’s Nights is one of those designed by an unnamed designer. However, we love the flowing design with golden irises on the left side of the cover, perhaps representing the Nile? The book also features little illustrative headpieces at the beginning of each story. This edition was published in 1906 by Brentano’s, a bookstore chain and briefly a publishing house based in New York City. 

The text is a group of short stories written by Théophile Gautier (1811-1872), a French author who wrote plays, stories, poems, and was also a journalist and art, theater, literature, and ballet critic. Gautier was well-respected as a critic but also as an author in his own right, with fans like Balzac, Baudelaire, Flaubert, Pound, Eliot, Proust and Wilde. Gautier was also well-known for his fashion, and famously wore a scarlet waistcoat. The book’s translator, Lafcadio Hearn, also had a very interesting life.

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-- Alice, Special Collections Department Manager

[mollycustard]

I got bored and made these little things about sleep and body dysmorphia but also friendship, idk I hope you like it

[tyler221b]

I do look good in floral patterns.

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[fashionbooksmilano]

Chintz Ceramics

With Values 2nd Edition with Updated Values

Joe Anne P.Welsh

Schiffer Pub., Aglen PA 1998, 160 pages, 22x22,5cm, ISBN 0-7643-0451-8

euro 40,00

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Over 100 floral patterns adorning chintz ceramics.

Chintz ceramics were introduced in the late 19th century, and rose to great heights of popularity in the first half of the 20th century as they were exported around the world. This classic work, in its seconf edition, is better than ever for dealers and collectors. The brilliant floral bouquets adorning chintz ceramics are displayed in nearly 500 gorgeous color photographs. The major English chintz manufacturers, Royal Winton, James Kent, Lord Nelson, Shelley, Crown Ducal, and Empire, are discussed and many examples of their chintz wares are identified and shown. Over one hundred patterns are amply illustrated, including the popular DuBarry, Rosalynde, and Summertime patterns. Lesser known firms and American importers are also explored, along with the Japanese manufacturers of hand-painted chintz. Manufacturers' marks are identified and dated.

23/04/24

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Paisley Tiger by KikiKritters

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🍯 🥮 ๔๏ฬภɭ๏ค๔ 🌺🐝

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[xernition]

Floral Linework 02 - Rudbeckia Varieties

From my Botanical Patterns collection, my Floral Linework 02 print is now available on @society6 HERE

The colorful version will be announced later this week!

Stickers can be found on @redbubble HERE

Requests are always welcome!

[septembergold]

[designbrowser]

Royal flowers Watercolor clipart by HappyWatercolorShop

This collection includes 70 hand painted objects:

28 watercolor individual elements, PNG transparent background, approx. 2000-3000 px.(6.66-10 inches; 16.93-25,4 cm)

21 wreaths and frames, PNG files, Transparent background, size 5000x5000 px. (16,66-16,66 inches; 42,33-42,33 cm)

6 seamless patterns with hibiscus flowers, JPEG files, white background, size 5000x5000 px. (16,66-16,66 inches; 42,33-42,33 cm)

9 seamless patterns with callas and protea flowers, PNG files, Transparent background, size 5000x5000 px. (16,66-16,66 inches; 42,33-42,33 cm)

6 card templates: 5 JPEG files, white background, size 5000x5000 px. (16,66-16,66 inches; 42,33-42,33 cm) and 1 JPEG file, size 4000x5328 px.

High quality illustration of 300 dpi, RGB.

[moyer15]

Pearl Trolls of Aglis

The Pearl Trolls of Aglis are enchanting beings whose very essence seems to be sculpted from the ocean’s treasures. Their skin glistens with the luster of pearls, displaying a delicate spectrum of pastel colors ranging from soft lavender to pale seafoam green. This iridescent sheen not only adds to their ethereal beauty but also reflects their deep connection to the marine world.

Standing tall and graceful, Pearl Trolls possess an otherworldly elegance. Their features are finely chiseled, with high cheekbones and luminous eyes that seem to hold the wisdom of ages. These eyes, in shades of opalescent blue or pink, possess a unique ability – they can see glimpses of the future, allowing the Pearl Trolls to navigate their lives with a foresight that others find both mysterious and awe-inspiring.

A distinctive characteristic of the Pearl Trolls is their penchant for wearing elegant ball gowns. These gowns, crafted from the finest silks and light, flowing fabrics, are adorned with intricate floral patterns meticulously sewn into them. The patterns often depict the flora of their watery habitats, with delicate embroidery that resembles blooming water lilies, coral branches, and sea anemones. The gowns enhance their natural grace, flowing like water around their pearl-studded skin as they move.

Despite their appearance, which suggests fragility, Pearl Trolls possess a quiet strength and resilience. They are revered not only for their beauty and their sartorial elegance but also for their wisdom and the subtle guidance they offer their communities. The ability to see glimpses of the future makes them sought-after advisors and seers, often consulted by those seeking guidance or making important decisions.

Living in harmonious enclaves within the coastal regions of Aglis, the Pearl Trolls build their homes in seaside caves and coral palaces. These habitats are as resplendent as the trolls themselves, featuring walls encrusted with seashells and pearls, and illuminated by the soft, bioluminescent glow of marine life.

In the society of Aglis, Pearl Trolls occupy a unique and respected position. They are the keepers of lore and tradition, their foresight ensuring the prosperity and well-being of their people. Their presence is seen as a blessing, a radiant reminder of the beauty and mystery that the world holds.

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Aloha!

[your1master]

Marley Victory Bee

[fashionbooksmilano]

FuturLiberty

Liberty Fabrics and the Avant-Garde

Ester Coen and Richard Cork

Thames & Hudson, London 2023, 160 pages, over 175 ill., 29,5 x 26 cm, ISBN 9780500026717

euro 59,00

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Liberty is renowned internationally for its fabrics, especially its floral patterns, but it also has a long history of developing bold, geometric designs. Many of these were inspired by early twentieth-century avant-garde art, notably by Italian Futurists, such as Giacomo Balla and Umberto Boccioni, and their English contemporaries the Vorticists, including Christopher Nevinson and Edward Wadsworth. In anticipation of Liberty's 150th anniversary, esteemed couturier and interior designer Federico Forquet has curated a striking new range of fabrics - the FuturLiberty Collection - that carries Liberty's creative heritage into our own age. The Futurist and Vorticist art that lies behind the new designs is explored by specialists Ester Coen and Richard Cork, while archivist Anna Buruma examines Liberty's rich history of avant-garde designs. By illuminating the process by which the FuturLiberty Collection came into being, this highly visual study also reveals how art can inform design, making it contemporary, relevant and engaging.

12/06/23

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