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Eric Broug explores the geometry behind Islamic patterns. A visual reference for makers who want to understand how structure, repetition and intricate design can work together.
Readers exploring design, with an interest in images, ideas and artistic practice.
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Publisher edition ISBN: 9780500516959
“A great survey … beautifully illustrated, with clear explanations of the underlying principles of the …”
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Take a closer look ↗Frank Whitford introduces the Bauhaus and its place in art and design. A starting point for understanding a school whose ideas continue to shape the environments around us.
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