Mozzati Luca
Mozzati Luca - Islamic Art Architecture Painting Calligraphy Ceramics Glass Carpets - Hardcover
Mozzati Luca - Islamic Art Architecture Painting Calligraphy Ceramics Glass Carpets - Hardcover
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Description: From its birth in the 7th century through modern times the Islamic religion has inspired glorious works of art. This stunning book includes more than four hundred reproductions of treasures of Islamic art that span the world: from southern Europe along the entire Mediterranean basin to sub - Saharan Africa through the Middle East India and Central Asia. Arranged geographically the objects include paintings miniatures ceramics calligraphy textiles carpets and metal works. Each region is given a thorough introduction that offers historical context and extensive descriptions of its artifacts. Accompanying essays offer guidance in interpreting the many themes that tie these works together including typology calligraphy and religious beliefs. With its large format exquisite reproductions and extensive research this book is a thorough introduction to the Islamic artistic tradition.
Title: Islamic Art Architecture Painting Calligraphy Ceramics Glass Carpets
Author(s): Mozzati Luca
Publisher: Prestel
Barcode: 9783791385662
Pages: 320 Pages, 414 Illustrations
Publication Date: 10/8/2019
Category: Islamic Studies
Description: From its birth in the 7th century through modern times the Islamic religion has inspired glorious works of art. This stunning book includes more than four hundred reproductions of treasures of Islamic art that span the world: from southern Europe along the entire Mediterranean basin to sub - Saharan Africa through the Middle East India and Central Asia. Arranged geographically the objects include paintings miniatures ceramics calligraphy textiles carpets and metal works. Each region is given a thorough introduction that offers historical context and extensive descriptions of its artifacts. Accompanying essays offer guidance in interpreting the many themes that tie these works together including typology calligraphy and religious beliefs. With its large format exquisite reproductions and extensive research this book is a thorough introduction to the Islamic artistic tradition.
Title: Islamic Art Architecture Painting Calligraphy Ceramics Glass Carpets
Author(s): Mozzati Luca
Publisher: Prestel
Barcode: 9783791385662
Pages: 320 Pages, 414 Illustrations
Publication Date: 10/8/2019
Category: Islamic Studies
