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  2. Islamic geometric patterns - Wikipedia

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    Islamic geometric patterns are derived from simpler designs used in earlier cultures: Greek, Roman, and Sasanian. They are one of three forms of Islamic decoration, the others being the arabesque based on curving and branching plant forms, and Islamic calligraphy; all three are frequently used together. [1] [2] From the 9th century onward, a ...

  3. Chinese auspicious ornaments in textile and clothing - Wikipedia

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    In ancient China, auspicious ornaments were often either embroidered or woven into textile and clothing. [1] They are also used on religious and ritual clothing (e.g. Daojiao fushi which is Taoist clothing [3] : 101 and Chinese Buddhist clothing) and in Xifu, Chinese opera costumes. [4] Auspicious symbols and motifs continue to be used in ...

  4. Owen Jones (architect) - Wikipedia

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    Projects. Great Exhibition, 1851. Owen Jones (15 February 1809 – 19 April 1874) was a British architect. A versatile architect and designer, he was also one of the most influential design theorists of the nineteenth century. [1] He helped pioneer modern colour theory, [2] and his theories on flat patterning and ornament still resonate with ...

  5. Paisley (design) - Wikipedia

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    Paisley (design) Shawl made in Paisley, Scotland, in imitation of Kashmir shawls, c. 1830. Paisley or paisley pattern is an ornamental textile design using the boteh ( Persian: بته) or buta, a teardrop-shaped motif with a curved upper end. Of Persian origin, paisley designs became popular in the West in the 18th and 19th centuries, following ...

  6. Blue in culture - Wikipedia

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    Goblet from Mesopotamia, 1500–1300 BC glazed with Egyptian blue. This was the first synthetic blue, first made in about 2500 BC. The color blue has been important in culture, politics, art and fashion since ancient times. Blue was used in ancient Egypt for jewelry and ornament. [1] In the Renaissance, blue pigments were prized for paintings ...

  7. Category:Ornaments - Wikipedia

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    Ornaments are decorations added to an object, building, or structure, in any artistic or architectural style, including: Ceramics; Furniture; Glass; Leather; Printing see also: illuminated manuscripts; Textiles and Weaving; Wallpaper