{"id":1714,"date":"2026-05-22T07:51:50","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T07:51:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bevanprintworks.co.za\/?post_type=product&#038;p=1714"},"modified":"2026-05-25T09:23:25","modified_gmt":"2026-05-25T09:23:25","slug":"persian-no-3-floral-pattern","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/bevanprintworks.co.za\/?product=persian-no-3-floral-pattern","title":{"rendered":"Persian No. 3 Floral Pattern"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-path-to-node=\"4\">Celebrate the exquisite flow and timeless elegance of historical Islamic pattern design with this magnificent antique ornamental poster. Originally compiled in 1856 by the pioneering British architect and design theorist <b data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"221\">Owen Jones<\/b> for his seminal masterpiece <i data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"260\">The Grammar of Ornament<\/i>, this striking plate is titled <i data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"315\">Persian No. 3<\/i> (Plate XLVI).<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5\">Showcasing a dense, continuous repeating pattern of vibrant, rust-orange marigold blossoms interwoven with a scrolling network of deep indigo and navy blue foliage, this meticulously restored print captures the essence of classic Persian illumination art. Set against a naturally warm cream background, this print brings an extraordinary layer of historic sophistication and complex organic beauty to your home.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"7\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The History:<\/b> First published in London in 1856, <i data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"48\">The Grammar of Ornament<\/i> by Owen Jones (1809\u20131874) remains one of the most celebrated and influential design sourcebooks in history. Jones spent a lifetime documenting cross-cultural decorative principles, drawing immense inspiration from Islamic flat patterning, geometry, and abstraction. Plate XLVI (<i data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"350\">Persian No. 3<\/i>) carefully translates the intricate, hand-painted margins and decorative illumination work found within rare Persian manuscripts housed in the British Museum. Working with master chromolithographers, Jones preserved these designs to illustrate how Eastern artisans achieved &#8220;true beauty&#8221; through balanced, harmonious rhythms that flow out of a single parent stem, leaving an enduring legacy on Western textile and wall design.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Aesthetic:<\/b> A spectacular study in organic rhythm and continuous surface patterning, this composition presents a beautifully dense arrangement of winding foliage and stylized floral blooms. The deep indigo leaves twist gracefully across the canvas in a rhythmic, curling dance, perfectly balancing the bright, sun-kissed pops of the rust-orange blossoms. The soft, unadorned ivory background provides a soothing contrast, highlighting the precise linework and block-style colors of the print. Framed by a classic, clean border with the authentic Roman numeral marking <i data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"571\">&#8220;XLVI.&#8221;<\/i> at the upper margin, this poster transforms a 19th-century design study into an incredibly modern, scannable piece of wall art.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"9\"><b data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">It is an ideal statement piece for:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"10\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\">Interior designers, historians, textile lovers, bookbinding enthusiasts, and admirers of classical Islamic design and Victorian lithography.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\">Bedrooms, cozy dining spaces, texturally rich living rooms, libraries, or as an elegant accent wall feature.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\">Japandi, bohemian, maximalist, dark academia, or transitional interior design styles that value heritage craftsmanship and botanical elegance.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Product Details<\/b><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"16\">Artist:<\/b> Owen Jones &#8211; Vintage Chromolithograph Poster<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"69\">Title:<\/b> Persian No. 3 Floral Ornament (<i data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"107\">Plate XLVI &#8211; The Grammar of Ornament<\/i>)<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"145\">Subject:<\/b> Antique Persian Illuminated Manuscript Pattern and Foliage Study<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"219\">Original Year:<\/b> 1856<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"239\">Style:<\/b> Victorian Chromolithography \/ Historical Islamic Ornament \/ Textile Pattern Design<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"14\"><b data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Museum-Quality Vintage Prints<\/b><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15\">Our vintage posters are made to order using premium Gicl\u00e9e printing techniques. Every piece is printed on thick, heavyweight fine art paper (200gsm) with a smooth, completely matte finish.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"16\">We specifically source an acid-free, natural-toned paper that perfectly recreates the warmth and authentic character of original mid-century lithographs. Unlike standard glossy posters, our premium matte finish ensures there is zero glare when your artwork is framed behind glass, resulting in a rich, museum-quality display. Combined with long-lasting, UV-resistant pigment inks, your print is designed to remain vibrant for generations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Celebrate the exquisite flow and timeless elegance of historical Islamic pattern design with this magnificent antique ornamental poster. 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