Owen Jones c.1856 Grammar Ornament Egypt Persia Byzantine lot x 6 prints
Brian DiMambro- Antique & Vintage Maps, Prints, Books & Gold Coins
Decorative Grammar Ornament color lithographed plates- lot of six.
(Egypt, Nineveh, Persia, Byzantine, Stained Glass, Renaissance)
Issued c.1856, London by Owen Jones for Grammar of Ornament.
Excellent lot of six (6) decorative antique chromolithographed prints.
All by the great Owen Jones, one of the foremost early influential practitioners of the art of chromolithography in the mid 19th century. An inspired mind, seminal and important individual. These beautifully conceived and printed prints perfectly express his theories about historical design and color and are perfect for display purposes.
All are visually attractive, mostly clean and nice condition, any age flaws or condition issues are very minor and easy to forgive or overlook.
Sheets all measure c. 13" x 9".
Printed areas measure c. 11 3/4" x 7 7/8".
see wiki for excellent brief bio of Jones which explains the significance of these images.
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