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The Sense of Order: A Study in the Psychology of Decorative Art (The Wrightsman Lectures, V. 9) Paperback – January 1, 1994

4.6 out of 5 stars 21 ratings
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The Sense of Order provides a comprehensive survey of the rich history and theory of decorative art. The universal human impulse to seek order and rhythm in space and time can be seen in an astonishing range of human activities: children's play, poetry, dance, music and architecture, as well as art. Its persistent prevalence in our every activity calls for a rigorous explanation of this fascinating phenomenon in terms of our biological heritage.

Professor Gombrich in this tome, which he himself regarded as his most original work, offers precisely this. His characteristic erudition and expertise signify his writings here as no less than revolutionary in our perception of art and, in turn, of our very selves.

A pleasure to read, this pivotal book is as accessible as it is sophisticated, and as engaging as it is idiosyncratic.

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  1. Print length
    412 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Phaidon Press
  4. Publication date
    January 1, 1994
  5. Grade level
    8 and up
  6. Reading age
    13 years and up
  7. Dimensions
    8.25 x 1.13 x 10.38 inches
  8. ISBN-10
    0714822590
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0714822594
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'It would be hard to imagine a more intelligent discussion of the natural history of decoration and ornament.' (Jonathan Miller, The Sunday Times)

About the Author

Sir Ernst Gombrich was one of the greatest and least conventional art historians of his age, achieving fame and distinction in three separate spheres: as a scholar, as a popularizer of art, and as a pioneer of the application of the psychology of perception to the study of art. His best-known book, The Story of Art - first published 50 years ago and now in its 16th edition - is one of the most influential books ever written about art. His books further include Art and Illusion(1979) and The Preference for the Primitive (2002), as well as a total of 11 volumes of collected essays and reviews.

Gombrich was born in Vienna in 1909 and died in London in November 2001. He came to London in 1936 to work at the Warburg Institute, where he eventually became Director from 1959 until his retirement in 1976. He won numerous international honours, including a knighthood, the Order of Merit and the Goethe, Hegel and Erasmus prizes.

Gifted with a powerful mind and prodigious memory, he was also an outstanding communicator, with a clear and forceful prose style. His works are models of good art-historical writing, and reflect his humanism and his deep and abiding concern with the standards and values of our cultural heritage.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Phaidon Press
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 1, 1994
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 2nd Revised ed.
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 412 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0714822590
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0714822594
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.2 pounds
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 13 years and up
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 1.13 x 10.38 inches
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 8 and up
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  • A Painter
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Gombrich, again
    Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2007
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    Another great book by Gombrich, this one is particularly inclusive of many theories of his that have been brought up in other books, yet his reflections on art, nature, psychology, the brain and how we see and think, as well as decorative development throughout history is marvelous. As usual, not a book you sit down to read in one sitting...one you come back to time and time again. A must for the serious artist's library.
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  • GUSTAVO PRADO RGUEZ
    5.0 out of 5 stars much more than art history, a basic for designers, students and profesionals
    Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2007
    Format: Paperback
    I use this book in my classroom to explain not only the development of the ornament in all cultures, but to go deep further in the analisys and exploration of the basic elements of design. Mainly an author regarded in the art history circles, this book of Gombrich would be an excelent companion for all design students, fashion, graphic or any branch you came from. it is also a charming and full of fun facts to read. if you get it you would discover reading for many time justa little part and coming back continously for fresh references and inspiration.
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  • Bernadette Puleo
    4.0 out of 5 stars This book is encyclopedic in its content. I haven't ...
    Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2015
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    This book is encyclopedic in its content. I haven't been able to finish it though because it is quite heavy which makes it impossible to carry with me on my commute. Very thorough information.
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  • pierre desrochers
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on December 16, 2016
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    impeccable
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  • Lesley
    5.0 out of 5 stars good follow up to Gombrich's Art and Illusion
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 20, 2013
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    More difficult to read than Gombrich's "Art and Illusion", - a scholarly in-depth look at oramentation across cultures and ages.
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  • narF
    5.0 out of 5 stars Uhlallalalalallalalalla
    Reviewed in France on March 18, 2016
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    Magnificient book , very inspiraing, some extra words so i'm left alone .. La ha ja aja haha lala lla
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