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In this section I reviewed some of my favorite books used as texture references. Some of them are simply for ideas, others will allow scanning and manipulation.

To have knowledge of textures and ornament is as important for the 3d artist as any other subject, such as lighting or animation. I have a real preference for this subject, and I collect ornament pictures with the same pride as someone who would collect stamps or baseball cards.

Texture References

The Grammar of Ornament
by Owen Jones

The Encyclopedia of Ornament
by Albert Racinet

Treasury of Illuminated Borders in Full Color

250 Authentic Art Nouveau Borders
by M. P. Verneuil