Pedro Lemos

Vintage Design Source Pedro Lemos

Much can be learned in the study of decorative design by studying decorations produced in past ages and by the peoples of other countries. The 28 color plates reproduced in this book were created by artist and educator Pedro J. Lemos, and originally published in a limited run loose-leaf folio in the 1920s by The School Arts Magazine, Worcester, Mass. Lemos included only designs he felt were expressive of good typical forms in their periods and showed good design principles. There's also a two-page suggested curriculum developed by Lemos for middle and high school educators. Look for inspiration from a wide-ranging collection of colorful borders, decorative motifs and other embellishments found on folk art, textiles, ceramics and other crafts from around the world.