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Diagram to illustrate design lectures

Drawing
1854-1856 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Diagram to illustrate Dresser's lectures on botany.

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read Owen Jones and the Grammar of Ornament Owen Jones (1809 – 74) was a versatile architect and designer, and one of the most influential design theorists of the 19th century. In his search for a unique modern style, Jones looked to the Islamic world for inspiration.

Object details

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Object type
TitleDiagram to illustrate design lectures (generic title)
Materials and techniques
Pen and ink
Brief description
Diagram to illustrate design lectures by Christopher Dresser, 1854-56, pen and ink and watercolour
Physical description
Diagram to illustrate Dresser's lectures on botany.
Dimensions
  • Height: 55cm
  • Width: 75.5cm
Currently in perspex box frame: 582 x 786 x 32 mm
Style
Production typeUnique
Object history
One of 72 (museum numbers 3925 to 3996) diagrams to illustrate Dresser's lectures on botany at Marlborough House, 1854-1856.
Association
Collection
Accession number
3981

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Record createdJune 30, 2009
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