{"product_id":"the-birth-and-development-of-ornament-gyan-books","title":"The Birth and Development of Ornament","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere's a copy of \u003cem\u003eThe Birth and Development of Ornament\u003c\/em\u003e by F. Edward Hulme – a copy shipped free from our Denver warehouse. Runs to about 369 pages, so it's the sort of book that's just as happy on a coffee table as on a shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's about\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Birth and Development of Ornament by F. Edward Hulme explores the origins and evolution of decorative art across civilizations. Hulme traces ornamentation from prehistoric times through Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Eastern cultures, emphasizing how symbolism, religion, and cultural exchange shaped design. He argues ornament is not merely decorative but a reflection of societal values and human creativity. The book discusses motifs, materials, and techniques, highlighting the continuity and transformation of patterns over time. Hulme’s detailed study illustrates how ornament serves both aesthetic and communicative purposes, offering insights into the artistic and cultural heritage of humanity across epochs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBook details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e F. Edward Hulme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback \u0026amp; Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 369\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gyan Books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1894\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs The Birth and Development of Ornament available in paperback or hardcover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes – \u003cem\u003eThe Birth and Development of Ornament\u003c\/em\u003e is available here in Paperback and Hardcover; pick the one you want from the options above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat language is this edition in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis edition is in English.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho wrote The Birth and Development of Ornament?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Birth and Development of Ornament is written by F. Edward Hulme.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does Bookston ship?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipping is free on every order, with no minimum. We ship within the United States only; orders leave our Denver, Colorado warehouse in 1–2 business days and usually arrive within 5–7 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat if the book arrives damaged or isn't what I expected?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou have 30 days from delivery to return it in new condition for a full refund. If it arrived damaged, defective or wrong, we cover the return shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bookston","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":67964742729839,"sku":"9789372253221","price":22.41,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":67964742762607,"sku":"9789372253658","price":40.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/2004\/0303\/files\/9789372253221.jpg?v=1792640192","url":"https:\/\/bookston.com\/products\/the-birth-and-development-of-ornament-gyan-books","provider":"Bookston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}