Symmetry: Through the Eyes of Old Masters

by Emil Makovický

A large range of symmetries in art is presented through clear and aesthetically outstanding examples of historical ornaments. Compendious comments illustrate the selected photographic material by addressing the interested and specialist reader alike.

Contents:
Introduction
Fundamental categories
The convenient start: Plane groups of symmetry
Intertwined patterns: Layer groups of symmetry
Two-colored periodic...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3110417057
• ISBN13: 9783110417050
• Release Date: August 2016
• Publisher: de Gruyter Oldenbourg
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 2.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.8" x 9.6"