History Of Decorative: The invention of wallpaper was a very fortunate occurrence in the history of the decorative arts, because it permitted people of small means to enrich their walls with gay patterns-a Decoration which before had only been possible with painted murals or expensive fabrics.
Hausmalerei was pottery that was decorated by independent artists and amateurs working in their homes. Plain pieces were furnished by the kilns, and after being decorated were returned for glazing and further firing. Unfortunately many of the amateurs produced forgeries in imitation of the work done in the better factories. The Meissen ware suffered particularly with this abuse, and adopted the crossed swords as a symbol of its own productions. Many interesting patterns were created, however, from 1725 to 1750, with Chinese motifs, landscapes, ruins, flowers, birds, hunting scenes, arms, trophies, and mythological subjects; but, the excellence of technique in the drawings depended upon the talent of the individual, and, as a result, this type of ware varies greatly in quality.
Early English pottery. One of the most important developments in the history of decorative ceramics occurred in England, and was started in the early years of the 17th century. Previous to this period, utilitarian pieces had been produced with little or no thought of decorative effect.
It is hardly necessary to state that Textiles are among the most important materials of decoration, and that a thorough acquaintance with them is an essential part of the decorator's equipment. A study of Textiles and their use must be approached from many angles, as their suitable selection in decorative work may depend upon all or any of the following characteristic features: fiber, weave, color, pattern, cost, and durability, and their relationship to the general decorative scheme.
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