The Crane, Walter 1845-1915 creator text utu 2015 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Bases of Design" by Walter Crane is a comprehensive guide on the principles of design written in the late 19th century. This work is not merely a technical manual but a philosophical exploration of how various arts of design intertwine, stressing the importance of understanding design within the context of architecture and utility. Crane emphasizes the need for unity in design, particularly as the divisions among art forms become more pronounced due to commercial competition. The opening portion of the book sets the stage for a deeper investigation into the nature of design, rooted in architecture as "the queen and mother of all the arts." Crane outlines the complexity and variety encompassed in the study of design, which he intends to approach by exploring the origins, influences, and characteristics of diverse artistic forms. He begins with foundational questions regarding the nature of designs, how they develop in relation to practical needs, and their connections to architectural forms, setting a groundwork that suggests future discussions will delve into various aspects of design history, culture, and practice. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2015-01-13 Produced by Chris Curnow, Wayne Hammond and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Decoration and ornament Design NK Original publication data not identified 04013467 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47967 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47967 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134113.0 47967