The Pattern Sourcebook

Name: The Pattern Sourcebook
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781780674711
Price: 39.99 NZD
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A Century of Surface Design

By Drusilla Cole

Series: Pocket Editions

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The Pattern Sourcebook by Drusilla Cole is a visually rich compendium showcasing over 350 images of surface design and pattern from the last century. It features fabric designs, wallpaper, ceramics, and other decorative patterns spanning diverse styles, art movements, and countries. Arranged to create a pleasing aesthetic comparison between contemporary and historical images, the book draws from museum archives, private collections, and contributions by renowned designers such as Celia Birtwell and Zandra Rhodes. An insightful introduction outlines key themes in pattern design, making this an essential reference for students, hobbyists, and professionals alike.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book is ideal for art and design students, surface design enthusiasts, hobbyists, and professionals seeking inspiration and historical context in pattern design.

This book is aimed at anyone with an interest in surface design and pattern, whether they are students, hobbyists or professionals

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This book is aimed at anyone with an interest in surface design and pattern, whether they are students, hobbyists or professionals. Over 350 images from the last 100 years are presented with informative captions, ordered aesthetically to create a pleasing visual impression whereby contemporary images are displayed next to historical images.

The images are drawn from a wide variety of styles, art movements and countries of origin to give an overview of pattern design from the beginning of the last century to the present day. Images include fabric designs and wallpaper patterns primarily, plus some ceramic and other decorative patterns where appropriate.

Patterns are chosen from a number of sources, including the archives of colleges, museums and private collections. International fashion houses and notable British designers such as Celia Birtwell and Zandra Rhodes have contributed images.

An introduction discusses the predominant key themes that are relevant to the subject of pattern design in The Pattern Sourcebook.