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Owen Jones / Watkins Cdv
OWEN JONES English designer and architect
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Media ID 618409
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1809 1874 Architect Designer Jones Leaning Owen Watkins
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph captures Owen Jones (1809-1874), the renowned English designer and architect, in a thoughtful and introspective pose. Jones is best known for his groundbreaking work in the fields of design, architecture, and the decorative arts. He is particularly celebrated for his seminal book, "The Grammar of Ornament," which showcased a comprehensive collection of ornamental motifs from various cultures and epochs. In this image, Jones is seen leaning on a chair, deep in contemplation. His attire, consisting of a formal waistcoat and cravat, reflects the Victorian era in which the photograph was taken, in 1874. The intricate pattern of the chair's upholstery, with its floral motifs and rich colors, is a testament to Jones's keen eye for detail and his appreciation for the beauty of ornamentation. As a designer, Jones was instrumental in popularizing the use of Middle Eastern and Islamic motifs in European design. His work influenced numerous architects, designers, and artists, and his ideas continue to shape the world of decorative arts to this day. This photograph offers a glimpse into the life of a man whose contributions to the design and architectural world were truly historic. The CDV format, a popular photographic medium during the 19th century, allowed for the mass production and distribution of portraits, making it an accessible way for people to own images of their favorite celebrities and public figures. This photograph of Owen Jones, taken by Watkins, is a rare and valuable document of a man whose influence on the world of design and architecture continues to be felt over a century after his death.
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