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About the Artist
Owen Jones was a British architect, designer, and influential theorist whose research into global ornament profoundly shaped nineteenth-century design. His landmark work, The Grammar of Ornament, encouraged artists and manufacturers to embrace historical decorative systems, especially those from Islamic and Mediterranean cultures, as sources for modern creativity. Jones’s analytical approach combined scholarship with practical application, aiming to make ornament both beautiful and instructive.
For more decorative traditions, explore our Oriental wall art and curated classic art prints.
The Artwork
This design is part of the enduring legacy of The Grammar of Ornament, which circulated widely among artists, architects, and students in the late nineteenth century. Rather than depicting a specific Persian artifact, it distills ornamental principles into a reference plate intended for study and adaptation. Such works reflect an era when museums, world expositions, and new printing technologies made global design vocabulary accessible to a broad audience, fostering cross-cultural inspiration and education.
As a vintage ornament poster, it embodies the period’s fascination with system, symmetry, and the exchange of artistic ideas.
Style & Characteristics
The composition features a harmonious arrangement of interlocking geometric shapes and floral arabesques, centered around a prominent medallion and bordered by precise frames. Repeating rosettes, stylized leaves, and star motifs create a rhythmic, architectural effect reminiscent of Persian tilework. The crisp outlines and flat color areas are characteristic of nineteenth-century chromolithography, ensuring each element remains distinct and vibrant.
Rich greens, warm yellows, reds, and pinks stand out against a pale beige background, lending the piece a lively yet refined atmosphere.
In Interior Design
This Persian-inspired poster serves as a striking focal point in living rooms, hallways, or studies, especially where a touch of intricate pattern is desired without overwhelming the space. It complements walnut wood, brass accents, and textured fabrics, and can bring warmth and detail to minimalist interiors. For a cohesive look, echo the green tones with plants or ceramics, and pick up the reds in cushions or rugs.
For more tonal inspiration, browse our green posters and the subtle options in beige wall art.