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Ornament & pattern
Romanesque Manuscript and Mural Art from Ornamentenschatz, 1887
€330
$370 · £280
Original print, not a reproduction
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- Date
- 1887
- Sheet size
- 13.8 × 9.8 in (35 × 25 cm)
- Condition
- Good. Given age. Very good considering age. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scans carefully.
- Collection
- Ornament & pattern
- Era
- 1850 and after, The age of revivals
- Stock no.
- f_41364532
"Romanesque Manuscript and Mural Art from Ornamentenschatz, 1887"
Description:
These vibrant prints by H. Dolmetsch are part of "Ornamentenschatz," published by Verlag J. Hoffmann, Stuttgart, in 1887. The collection features Romanesque art, depicting elaborate manuscript illuminations and wall paintings. The panels are adorned with religious iconography, intricate patterns, and a rich palette of colors. Each print includes a variety of motifs such as stylized animal forms, geometric designs, and detailed figural representations, all characteristic of Romanesque art.
Attractiveness and Decorative Appeal:
The attractiveness of these prints stems from their complex and colorful designs, which capture the viewer's attention through both symmetry and detail. The use of bright, contrasting colors and gold accents enhances the spiritual and regal qualities of the artwork, making them not only historically significant but also visually captivating.
Gold-Plated Appearance Technique:
The gold-plated look in these prints is achieved using chromolithography, a technique that allows for the precise application of multiple layers of color, including gold-toned inks. This method replicates the effect of gold leaf, which was commonly used in medieval manuscripts and murals to signify divinity and majesty. The reflective quality of the gold inks adds depth and luminosity to the prints, emphasizing their ornate details.
