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The Pattern Sourcebook: A Century of Surface Design

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Pattern Sourcebook: A Century of Surface Design
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Drusilla Cole
SeriesPocket Editions
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:304
Dimensions(mm): Height 200,Width 156
Category/GenreTextile artworks
ISBN/Barcode 9781780674711
ClassificationsDewey:745.4
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Laurence King Publishing
Imprint Laurence King Publishing
Publication Date 16 April 2015
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

This book is aimed at anyone with an interest in surface design and pattern, whether they are students, hobbyists or professionals. Over 350 images from the last 100 years are presented with informative captions, ordered aesthetically to create a pleasing visual impression whereby contemporary images are displayed next to historical images. The images are drawn from a wide variety of styles, art movements and countries of origin to give an overview of pattern design from the beginning of the last century to the present day. Images include fabric designs and wallpaper patterns primarily, plus some ceramic and other decorative patterns where appropriate. Patterns are chosen from a number of sources, including the archives of colleges, museums and private collections. International fashion houses and notable British designers such as Celia Birtwell and Zandra Rhodes have contributed images. An introduction discusses the predominant key themes that are relevant to the subject of pattern design.

Author Biography

Drusilla Cole specializes in textiles and surface pattern design. She is the author of Textiles Now and Patterns (both published by Laurence King).