Examples of Chinese ornament, Pl.10 (1867)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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Visit our latest exhibit to behold Owen Jones' striking composition "Examples of Chinese Ornament, Plate 10" from 1867, a vibrant exploration of traditional Chinese decorative arts. This articulate piece features a mesmerizing pattern of flora and ornamental motifs, carefully arranged to create a harmonious rhythm across the canvas. The design intertwines elaborate floral bursts with ornate leaves, beautifully showcased in a palette of coral, pale yellow, green, and pink. These elements are masterfully set against a cool teal background, enhancing the contrast and highlighting Jones' meticulous attention to color and detail. Intricately balanced, each element is intertwined with grace and precision, typical of the Chinese influence that Jones admired and represented in this work.
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Owen Jones was an English-born Welsh architect. A versatile architect and designer, he was also one of the most influential design theorists of the nineteenth century. He helped pioneer modern colour theory, and his theories on flat patterning and ornament still resonate with contemporary designers today.