A collection of ornamental designs after the manner of the antique : composed for the use of architects, ornamental painters, statuaries, carvers, casters in metal, paper makers, carpet, silk, and calico manufacturers, and every trade dependent on the fine arts
A London ornament pattern book of 1812 by George Smith, issued by J. Taylor for architects, ornamental painters, carvers and manufacturers who needed classical decoration. The four plates show engraved friezes, borders and vase-like ornaments drawn in outline. A designer can take from them the scrolling acanthus, swags, medallions and garland motifs that suit neoclassical borders, panels and surface patterns.
