A History of Decorative Art, written by William Norman Brown and originally published in 1900, is a comprehensive guide to the evolution of decorative art throughout history. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the earliest forms of decorative art in ancient civilizations to the decorative art of the Renaissance and beyond. Brown explores the various techniques and materials used in decorative art, as well as the cultural and social influences that shaped its development. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and illustrations, providing a visual representation of the many styles and forms of decorative art discussed in the text. A History of Decorative Art is a valuable resource for art historians, collectors, and anyone with an interest in the history of art and design.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.