On colour and the necessity for a general diffusion of taste among all classes : with remarks on laying out dressed or geometrical gardens : examples of good and bad taste illustrated by woodcuts and coloured plates in contrast / by Sir J. Gardner Wilkinson
1858, First Edition. London : John Murray. Good copy in the original publisher's gilt-blocked and blind-bordered cloth, edges very slightly toned. Some wear and tear as with age. Corners sharp with an overall tight, bright and clean impression. Includes previous owner's signature. Item #290750
Physical description; xvi, 408, 32 pages, VIII leaves of plates : illustrations (wood engravings), charts, 3 plates (lithographs), 5 color plates (chromolithographs) ; 23 cm. Subjects; Gardens Design. Color. Decoration and ornament. Gardens Design. Aesthetics. Colour. Color in art. Gardens, English. Color in art. Decoration and ornament. Gardens, English. Decoration and ornament. Design History. Gardens. Color. Decoration and ornament. Aesthetics.
Price: €195.00