28 Famous Patterns and Stories for Furniture and Ceramic

The meticulously designed painted patterns on furniture and ceramics all have stories that tell their history, culture, ideas, or history.
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In this article, Thaniya will introduce you to various patterns on ceramic. You will receive information about where each line comes from and its uniqueness. Hopefully, this article can help you decide on selecting patterns for home decoration or furniture.

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Patterns on ceramic

Acanthus

It is an artistic pattern with thistle leaves shape, opium poppies, or parsley. The ancient Greeks were the first to use acanthus leaf patterns for decoration. In the Roman era, the fineness of the pattern was developed by adding the curling of the leaves. Acanthus is for decorating both interior and exterior buildings. Inside the building, crown molding is to decorate the upper part, such as the top of the pillar or the cabinet. This pattern was also used in medieval and Renaissance art, especially in sculpture and wood carving.

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Liberty
This lovely and sweet floral pattern comes from the old London department store Liberty London, which was created in 1875 by Arthur Lasenby Liberty. He set out to make it an artistic institution in London and lead the way in bringing art to market by producing his own signature line of famous fabrics, which is the pattern of flowers all over the fabric like a flower garden.

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Anthemion
The pattern resembles palm leaves and honeysuckle petals as if designed to attract insects. It is based on the appearance of various flowers, including papyrus and lotus or lily which represents the Egyptians. It is like a gathering that symbolizes abundance. They are mostly found in artistic media such as patterns used on architectural ornaments, whether carved or painted on ceramic. It has also been used as a component of felt designs.

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Mandala
This art comes from Tibetan monks who created works of art within sacred circles to offer offerings to the Buddha. It is considered one of the most auspicious symbols and an expression of a state of complete enlightenment. Nowadays, mandalas are used to treat emotional states for people of all genders and ages because they help build concentration, support the mind, and reduce stress. Mandalas are unlimited patterns. Most often start with a simple geometric structure, gradually adding interior details according to imagination. There are various drawings such as people, birds, trees, and heart shapes. There is also arranging flower petals, but all sides must be equal or line up under the same circle. While drawing or using paint in circles, your mind will not be distracted, which will make you feel calmer. Importantly, it also creates “stillness” which leads to healing the mind and making life balanced and energetic.

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Paisley
This colorful and unique design pattern was originally called Boteh or buta. The pattern is similar to a water drop, seeds, or a tadpole, but the Persians saw it as something similar to pickled cucumbers. According to the religious beliefs of Zoroastrianism, an early Persian religion that originated 4,000 years ago, pickled cucumber is a symbol of life and eternity. The Boteh pattern was also popularly used in textiles during the Pahlavi and Khajar dynasties. It is used to decorate crowns and costumes in the royal court.

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Abstract
The colors and the arrangement of shapes are important. In addition, it takes into account two main points: the external feeling and the internal feeling. The external feeling is the material and shape, and when viewed, the internal feeling arises which is the value of the image. The value of feeling is the most important aspect of abstract art. Taking into account the arrangement of images, style, rhythm, balance, and feelings that create emotions and feelings when you experience them. Therefore, an abstract is an abstract image that gives a deeper emotion than you think. Therefore, it is very popular among people who like unique art.

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Quatrefoil
It comes from a flower called Clover, which is a symbol of good luck. The way of this pattern is drawing two ovals overlapping each other creating a 4-petal flower, perfectly symmetrical. This pattern has been popular since the Gothic Revival and the Renaissance which can be seen in churches and cathedrals. Nowadays, it has been applied in home decoration as well. Both furniture and wallpaper can be considered a beautiful pattern and have a good meaning.

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Botanical
It is a plant pattern consisting of leaves, fruits, flowers, and vines, often appearing in a repeating pattern that is similar to fabric print. It is a pattern of nature and various types of plants. Nowadays, we are starting to see more and more patterns like this on various packaging, such as shampoo bottles, water bottles, and shirt and bag designs. It is an interesting combination of elegance typical of modern tastes. It is considered another dimension of decoration that is full of evolution in the form of reducing the subtle details of nature appropriately.

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Retro
The word Retro comes from the word Retrospective, which means anything that reminds you of old things, childhood, or the time when you were a teenager. Therefore, using this word doesn’t just mean a design only, it may include music, various works of art, objects, or abstract objects that remind you of your childhood. It is a classic decoration that is similar to the vintage style, but many points are different. The Retro style is more contemporary focusing on bright colors and has fewer patterns than the vintage style. Retro uses bright colors such as lemon yellow, red-orange, and banana leaf green, and decorations that combine graphic and floral patterns, often in large patterns.

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Floral
This pattern is the shape of flowers that help create a refreshing atmosphere. It is suitable for areas that want to be close to nature. Moreover, it has become a Modern Botanical Inspiration decoration that combines natural symbols and modern simplicity.

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Toile de Jouy
It is a unique art print of France, influenced by the lifestyle of the 18th century and originating from the Jouy-en-Josas of France. This pattern has two outstanding characteristics: color and pattern. The commonly used colors are blue, green, purple, red, and grey. In addition, it is a popular pattern that tells the story of European mythology, the French way of life, countryside landscapes, and hunting scenes, including literary scenes or the intellectual work of that era. This art has appeared in the designs of Cristian Dior for decades.

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Damask
The name of this pattern comes from Damascus city, Syria, an important port on the Silk Road. Damascus pattern stands out with a pattern that looks like an artificial modification of natural plants to be beautiful, such as Acanthus and poppy leaves. The Damascus pattern looks like a group of plant patterns. Most of them are in the shape of a diamond (Marquise Shape) distributed throughout the canvas. There is a beautifully equal rhythm.

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Scroll
It has a coiled pattern or a Bunch of vines that looks similar to a rolled-up sheet of paper. This pattern is outstanding with the patterns of plants, leaf stems, flowers that look like ivy, and grape vines that coiled like a spiral. It is a pattern that adapts to nature with a luxurious taste that is suitable for areas that need to stand out, be gentle, give elegance, and look more feminine.

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Daisy
It’s a pattern of daisies. In the past, young women who were in love would take a white daisy and pluck the petals to predict love or not love. Therefore, Daisy has become a symbol of a pure heart. Daisy also has different meanings depending on their colors. For example, yellow means happiness and friendship, purple means care and attention, red means love-passion, orange daisy means you are the light of my life, and pink daisy means falling in love, etc.

Trellis
It’s a vine trellis pattern that got inspiration from a wooden trellis, steel trellis, or trellis. It is a pattern that comes from weaving together diagonally with intricately put-together patterns from various lines that intersect into a diamond shape, both straight lines and curves. Decoration with this pattern can give a classic beauty to the room. Moreover, it is popular to decorate rooms in a Contemporary Luxury style.

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Fleur De Lis
The pattern is an adaptation of the lily or iris, which are symbols of politics, lineage, and art, and also used as a family crest. Nowadays, it is a pattern for many fabrics, which is suitable for decorating in a classic style that gives a feeling of aristocracy and a powerful ruling class. Moreover, it is also a sensitive pattern in some societies.

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Louis
This pattern has an inspiration from beautiful and luxurious Western art, which comes from nature, plants, leaves, and flowers in the West. These patterns vary depending on the region of Europe. Most Thai people will see this pattern conveyed in the outstanding architecture of France, which is the Palace of Versailles of King Louis XIV. So Thai people call these patterns ‘Louis patterns’ after the name of the king who ruled the French kingdom at that time.

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Geometric
It’s one of the first patterns that people commonly use to decorate fabric. The uniqueness is the combination of lines or shapes to form geometric patterns such as triangles, polygons, circles, etc. This pattern is suitable for enhancing the liveliness of the space, which can reduce the simplicity of modern style and give importance to natural patterns.

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Chevron
A zigzag pattern is like a herringbone pattern, but there is a difference around the joined line. Same as the herringbone pattern, the chevron pattern is suitable for modern spaces that want a classic, unique vibe. It also helps to deceive the area to make it look larger, but it is not suitable for use in large areas because it can cause dizziness.

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Herringbone
The herringbone pattern is distinctive with its intricate arrangement of patterns in alternating directions like a herringbone. There are many types to choose from, such as Single Herringbone and Double Herringbone. It is similar to the Chevron pattern and is suitable for modern spaces that want a classic, unique vibe. It also helps to deceive the area to make it look larger, but it is not suitable for use in large areas because it will make you dizzy.

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Polka Dot
It’s a pattern that comes from a Japanese artist named Yayoi Kusama (Yayoi Kusama). She created this pattern when she was 10 years old. It is a distinctive pattern with large and small circular patterns that are equal or unequal, repeated throughout the fabric. It is everywhere in all forms of fashion work, including print work, and fabric work, in every industry. It’s suitable for every style that needs brightness and fun because it is a pattern that shows brightness, cheerfulness, and playfulness like children.

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Gingham
It was a very popular pattern in England in the mid-18th century. Most people are confused between the check pattern and the gingham pattern. The difference between these two patterns is that the Gingham pattern has space where the two colors mix. As you can see, this pattern has lines that intersect in a grid pattern. Moreover, it’s suitable for every decorating style, making the room feel like England and Scotland.

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Basketweave
It is a familiar pattern in woven handicrafts. Moreover, it is an orderly pattern with repetitively-connected weaving. This pattern’s uniqueness is the interwoven two-color stripes. It’s suitable for adding a touch of local culture (Traditional) to the room.

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Houndstooth
It is a highly unique pattern that originates from the Aborigines of Scotland. It is a rectangular lobe similar to a starburst that alternates in two colors, resembling a dog’s teeth. Moreover, the patterns are white and black. It is one of the oldest patterns but still contemporary. In the fashion industry, the Houndstooth is also one of the most popular patterns.

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Argyle
This pattern originates from the town of Agile in the west of Scotland in the 17th century. A pattern looks like a square or rhombus stacked diagonally to create a dimension of movement. This pattern uses knitting, not weaving, because it is difficult to weave a diagonal square or diamond pattern like this.

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Camouflage
Its origins come from the stripes on military uniforms that were used to conceal vision in the forest. It is distinctive with patterns resembling leaves and usually uses natural colors like green, brown, or black. Therefore, this pattern is suitable for decorating an adventure-themed room to look like a forest environment, enhancing nature and strong masculinity.

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Ikat
Mudmhee has no fixed pattern and is unique in each locality. The distinctive feature of the Mudmee pattern is dyeing the yarn before weaving. Normally, people will dye it with a light color first, then the darker color in the next round. Nowadays, some localities directly draw patterns without having to go through several rounds of tying and dyeing. It is a pattern that is suitable for decorating with the aura of different cultures according to that locality.

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Leaves
This leaf pattern has inspiration from the lines of leaves and vines in the forest. This natural pattern creates a refreshing atmosphere with natural and earth tones, giving a warm and comfortable feeling. It’s suitable for decorating a bedroom or living room because it creates a relaxing atmosphere for resting.

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