| One
of the advantages of brick work was the relatively easy
way in which it could be decorated and patterning with
coloured bricks was one of the most popular methods
used. The art of coloured patterning on walls originated
in the 15th century in northern France and
soon spread to Britain.
The
diaper diamond pattern was by far the most popular pattern
in Tudor times but declined after the reign of Henry
VIII. Although the pattern continued to be used throughout
the 18th century, it was not until Georgian
times that it regained widespread popularity. |