Ornament - pattern, pattern (pictorial, graphic, sculptural, etc.), Which consists of rhythmically alternating elements. It is used to decorate the different items. Refers to arts and crafts. In technique in the manufacture of clothing can be printed, woven, embroidered, applicator.
The appearance of the ornament belongs to the era of the late Paleolithic. Simple patterns - geometric: Organise images squares, stripes, circles, crosses, diamonds. Popular ornamental plant motifs: flowers, leaves, twigs, bouquets. Many peoples preference in building the image of the ornament given anthropomorphic animal and topics. National identity patterns seen in the predominance of a particular color or combination of colors (black and red, for example, the Belarusians), in particular the nature of the pattern (soft or broken lines), composing (centric, tape, edge, etc.). Patterns help to harmonize and visually decorate the objective world.