V&A inspired, John Lewis designed. Our designers have produced a series of unique decorative pieces, capturing the creative spirit of the Victoria and Albert Museum. When lit, this deceptively simple design casts dramatic patterns of light, mirroring the V&A's rich heritage of Islamic art. The illuminated flower petal effect reflects the influence of Owen Jones, a champion of Islamic art. In The Grammar of Ornament (1856), he asserted that the most beautiful decorative art always re-creates forms found in nature. His work with the V&A, showcasing and celebrating Islamic artistic traditions, was hugely influential in popularising the style.
