Synopses & Reviews
Characterized by opulence, grace, and playfulness, rococo designs are a complex mix of intricate patterns. This affordable treasury of fantastic ornament and design includes more than 100 illustrations of Rococo art. Mythological figures, angels, and cherubs in traditional poses abound, as do real and fanciful beasts and other images from nature.
An excellent source of royalty-free illustrations for artists and designers, this collection of ornate frames, panels, and borders is perfect for use in a number of graphic design projects: for enhancing printed messages, creating decorative labels, and fashioning exquisite collages, among other art and craft activities.
Dover (2006) selections from Saggi di Architettura e Decorazione Italiana, published by Presso Enrico Maccari Incisore, Rome, n.d.
Synopsis
Craftworkers and graphic designers can add a touch of angelic charm to their projects with the heavenly beauties portrayed in this versatile, permission-free collection. More than 120 original illustrations adapted from Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo artworks show cherubs entwined in floral garlands, playing musical instruments, holding flowers, gathering fruits of the sea, and more. These charming figures appear in frames and borders, corner motifs, banners, and spot illustrations, ready to enhance holiday signs, posters, and announcements and to embellish advertising and catalogy copy. Dover Original.
Synopsis
Craftworkers and commercial artists will enjoy adding a touch of angelic charm to their projects with the heavenly beauties portrayed in this versatile, permission-free collection. Endearing illustrations reveal airborne cherubs entwined in a floral wreath, playing musical instruments, holding flowers, gathering fruits of the sea, and engaged in other activities. 125 black-and-white illustrations.