Roman Ornament 1856

owenjones

drawing, print, ink, pen, engraving, architecture

drawing

neoclacissism

print

pen sketch

greek-and-roman-art

old engraving style

form

ink

geometric

ancient

line

pen work

pen

decorative-art

engraving

architecture

"Roman Ornament" is an 1856 lithograph by Owen Jones (1809-1874) that depicts various Roman architectural capitals. The drawing illustrates nine examples of Roman ornamentation, including the Temple of Antoninus Pius, Temple of Vesta, and the Arch of Constantine. Jones's meticulous attention to detail captures the intricate carvings and decorative elements of these iconic architectural features. This lithograph exemplifies Jones's fascination with the decorative arts of ancient Rome, and serves as a valuable resource for students of architecture and design.