Assyrian lotus borders and rosettes in rust, teal and apricot

Owen Jones (1809–1874) was a Welsh architect and designer whose Grammar of Ornament (1856) — 112 chromolithographic plates documenting decorative traditions from ancient Egypt to the Renaissance — became the single most influential design reference book of the 19th century. Superintendent of Works for the Great Exhibition of 1851 and principal decorator of the Crystal Palace, he shaped the visual culture of the Victorian age. His systematic documentation of Islamic, Persian, Moorish, and classical ornament underpins the entire history of modern pattern design.

Printed as a museum-grade giclée on Hahnemühle fine art paper using 12-ink archival pigment printing. Available handframed in FSC-certified wood with optional float glass, or unframed. Ships worldwide with free delivery to 30+ countries.