Examples of Chinese ornament, Pl.71 (1867)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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On display in the virtual gallery is "Examples of Chinese Ornament, Pl.71 (1867)" by the esteemed artist and designer, Owen Jones. This stunning depiction exemplifies Jones’s passion for the vibrant and intricate motifs characteristic of Chinese art.This piece offers a lively interplay of colors and forms achieved through its exquisite design of scrolling vines and blossoming flowers, rendered in a palette of aqua blue, vivid greens, and warm pink tones that pop against the delicate, muted background. Each floral pattern is meticulously detailed, showing Jones's commitment to precision and his proficiency in adopting these exotic ornamental styles.As visitors explore this illustration, they will appreciate the combination of complexity and harmony, highlighting Jones's ability to both respect and reinterpret traditional Chinese decorative arts.
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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.