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Spectrum : heritage patterns and colours

2022

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Summary

Here is a visual analysis of the colours used in furnishing fabrics and wallpapers from the 15th century to now, providing inspiration for designers. This simply structured and highly original book analyses the palettes that have been used by designers in the creation of furnishing fabrics and wallpapers from the 15th century to the present.

Record details

Main title:

Spectrum : heritage patterns and colours / introduction by Ros Byam Shaw.

Author:

Victoria and Albert Museum, associated with work

Work:

Spectrum : heritage patterns and colours

Imprint:

London : Thames and Hudson, 2022.

Collation:

255 pages : illustrations (colour) ; 24 cm

Notes:

Published in association with the Victoria and Albert Museum.Originally published: 2018.Includes bibliographical references.

ISBN:

9780500480823 (pbk)

Dewey class:

747.94R747.94SPE

Language:

English

Subject:

Color in interior decorationRepetitive patterns (Decorative arts) in interior decorationTextile fabrics in interior decorationHousehold linensWallpaper

BRN:

3330941

Bookmark link:

https://manchester.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/OPAC/BIBENQ?SETLVL=&BRN=3330941