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Do you ever stare at patterns and wonder how to construct them? Are
you ever captivated and inspired by Celtic or Islamic art? Do you
ever think about the illusion of depth perspective that your brain
builds from your senses? Are you aware that symmetry informs your
feeling of what is right? Is there a Golden secret which is hidden
in nature and all the traditional arts? Packed with information and
exquisite illustrations by more than twelve expert authors, DESIGNA
is the ultimate sourcebook for visual artists, artisans and
designers of every kind.
The Quadrivium consists of the four Liberal Arts of Number,
Geometry, Music, and Cosmology, studied from antiquity to the
Renaissance as a way of glimpsing the nature of reality. They
synthesize number, space, and time. Geometry is number in space,
music is number in time, and the cosmos expresses number in space
and time. Number, music, and geometry are metaphysical truths, good
and beautiful everywhere at all times. Life across the universe
investigates them. They foreshadow the physical sciences. This is
the first volume to bring together the Quadrivium for many hundreds
of years.
What sort of things happen when space crystallises? Why were
primordial sages fascinated with five simple forms? Does the
three-dimensional jigsaw fit simply together? If so how? Find out
about one of the languages spoken throughout the universe! An
understanding of the Platonic Solids, and their close cousins, the
Archimedean Solids has long been required of students seeking entry
into ancient wizdom schools. This book, illustrated by the author,
is a beautiful introduction to three-dimensional mathemagical
space. WOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information.
"Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES. "Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS.
"Rich and Artful" THE LANCET. "Genuinely mind-expanding" FORTEAN
TIMES. "Excellent" NEW SCIENTIST. "Stunning" NEW YORK TIMES. Small
books, big ideas.
From the geometric patterns of Islamic art and design to the
swirling floral motifs of Celtic art, "Designa" brings together six
elegant and insightful short volumes from the Wooden Books series
on art and design including "Islamic Design," "Celtic Pattern,"
"Curves," "The Golden Section," "Symmetry," and "Perspective."
Lavishly illustrated with engravings, woodcuts, and original
drawings and diagrams, "Designa" will inspire readers of all ages
to take an interest in the interconnected knowledge of art and
design from different cultures throughout the world.
An exploration of the construction and meaning of Islamic geometric
patterns.
Throughout their long history the craft traditions of the Islamic
world evolved a multitude of styles applied to a great variety of
media but always with unifying factors that make them instantly
recognizable. Harmony is central. There are two key aspects to the
visual structure of Islamic design--calligraphy using Arabic script
(one of the world's great calligraphic traditions) and abstract
ornamentation using a varied but remarkably integrated visual
language. Focusing on Islamic geometric patterns, simple and
complex, man-made and in nature, this book offers unique insight
into Islamic culture.
Throughout their long history the craft traditions of the Islamic
world evolved a multitude of styles applied to a great variety of
media but always with unifying factors that make them instantly
recognizable. Harmony is central. There are two key aspects to the
visual structure of Islamic design, calligraphy using Arabic
script-one of the world's great calligraphic traditions-and
abstract ornamentation using a varied but remarkably integrated
visual language. This art of pure ornament revolves around two
central themes; crystalline geometric patterns, the harmonic and
symmetrical subdivision of the plane giving rise to intricately
interwoven designs that speak of infinity and the omnipresent
center; and idealized plant form, spiraling tendrils, leaves, buds
and flowers embodying organic life and rhythm. 1. WIDE APPEAL:
Anyone interested in science, mathematics, design, architecture,
and the natural world. 2. AUTHORITATIVE: A compelling blend of
scholarship and visual presentation, packs an enormous amount of
information into a short space. 3. BEAUTIFUL PACKAGE: A bargain at
$10.00. Winner of First Prize for Nonfiction at the New York Book
Show 4. SERIES PURPOSE: All are aimed at bringing ancient wisdom
forward into the 21st century. 5. INSPIRING: The perfect entree
into a challenging topic; will inspire other reading.
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