The Elements of Design: A Practical Encyclopedia of the Decorative Arts from the Renaissance to the Present

by Patricia Bayer (Editor), Noel Riley (Editor)

The Elements of Design is the definitive visual reference book on design trends in the decorative arts from 1500 to 2000. Thematic chapters dealing with the Baroque, Rococo, Aesthetic Movement, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and other eras examine the decorative arts tradition in the development of ceramic, glass, silver and metalwork, textile, and furniture design. With more than 3,000 images - including prints, photographs, and line drawings - The Elements of Design is an indispensable visual dictionary for collectors, design historians, interior decorators, and designers alike.

Genres: Art, Design, Architecture

544 pages, Hardcover

Published October 28, 2003

Reviews

[Shahar H · Rating 5 out of 5]

When we were first requested to buy this book for History of Interior design class, I was really held back by its price, but after having received it, I enjoyed every beat of it. It is an excellent reference to the different styles of design and encompasses everything from furniture to architecture and everything that is in between. It is certainly worth the money and really cool that it helps me identify age of objects or buildings by their looks.

[Evgenia Pradel · Rating 3 out of 5]

great book for inspiration!