Some late Gothic daggers

stekemest · 16th November 2008, 11:14 AM

It is quite simple, yes, but every decoration is an expression of style. You can't imagine such a decoration in Chinese art for example. On the other hand, you won't find the simple stroke-decoration of neolithic ceramics on medieval or later pieces. A single unit of decoration can be as simple as possible, but it is only used if it fits the style of a certain time.
there speaks the art historian...

16th November 2008, 11:14 AM	#18
stekemest Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Heidelberg, Germany Posts: 183	It is quite simple, yes, but every decoration is an expression of style. You can't imagine such a decoration in Chinese art for example. On the other hand, you won't find the simple stroke-decoration of neolithic ceramics on medieval or later pieces. A single unit of decoration can be as simple as possible, but it is only used if it fits the style of a certain time. there speaks the art historian...