The Principles Of Color Applied To Decorative Art (1851)

The Principles of Color Applied to Decorative Art, written by G. B. Moore in 1851, is a comprehensive guide to the use of color in the field of decorative art. The book provides a detailed overview of the principles of color theory, including the properties of color, color harmony, and color contrast. It also explores the use of color in various decorative art forms, such as painting, wallpaper design, and textile design. Moore’s book is divided into six chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of color theory and its application in decorative art. The first chapter provides an introduction to the properties of color, such as hue, value, and saturation, and explains how these properties can be manipulated to achieve different effects. The second chapter focuses on color harmony, discussing how different colors can be combined to create pleasing and balanced compositions. The third chapter explores the use of color contrast, which can be used to create dramatic and eye-catching designs. The fourth chapter discusses the use of color in painting, including techniques for mixing and applying paint to achieve different effects. The fifth chapter covers the use of color in wallpaper design, including the selection of colors and patterns to create a cohesive design. Finally, the sixth chapter explores the use of color in textile design, including the selection of colors and patterns for different types of fabrics. Throughout the book, Moore provides numerous examples and illustrations to help readers understand the concepts he is discussing. Overall, The Principles of Color Applied to Decorative Art is an essential resource for anyone interested in the use of color in art and design. Moore’s clear and concise writing style, combined with his extensive knowledge of color theory and decorative art, make this book a valuable addition to any artist or designer’s library.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.