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To identify the aesthetic benefits of floral design. To become familiar with the history of floral design. To understand the origin and development of different styles. Used throughout civilization Religious significance Personal adornment Addition of beauty to dwellings Special Occasions Symbols of love, friendship, sympathy and celebration Language of flowers Red roses symbolize and communicate love. To understand the impact of earlier cultures on modern design styles. To see the derivation of design styles To be able to create arrangements depicting historical style or design period. Classical European Oriental American Byzantine Period Egyptian Period Greek Period Middle Ages Roman Period Styles were simple and orderly Regimented rows and repetition of identical floral groups created patterned designs. Primary colors dominated. Did not arrange flowers in vases. Flowers were scattered on the ground for celebrations. Wreaths and garlands were worn or carried during special occasions Heroes, athletes and dignitaries were honored with wreaths. Potted plants were grown indoors to supply flowers Professional florists were hired to create wreaths and decorations Cornucopia was a symbol of abundance and was used in an upright position. Grace, simplicity and symbolism characterized the Greek design. Wreaths and garlands were more elaborate. Blossom filled scarves were placed on religious alters Flowers were arranged in containers or likonons (baskets with high backs and flattened fronts) Continued Roman designs Garlands were twisted narrow bands of fruit, flowers, and foliage. Color schemes used neighboring hues with complementary accents. Flowers arranged in vases Little known about floral designs of this period Information found in Persian art, rugs, and tapestries. European Periods of Floral Design Renaissance Period Baroque Period Flemish Period French Styles English Georgian Period