Hattstein, Markus
Islam: Art and Architecture / Markus Hattstein & Peter Delius - Cologne Konemann 2001 - 640p
Follows the historical development of the Islamic regions and their ruling dynasties, and illustrated their greatly varied forms of artistic expression from the birth of the religion to the present day. Basic architectural elements such as the four iwan layout or the minaret demonstrate, in their diverse modes of execution, the independence of regional building traditions. In the decoration of buildings or of everyday objects, ornamentation -- that most characteristic of al lslamic art forms -- displays its endless creativity. ... This impulse also inspires the colorful and fantastical book illustrations and calligraphy, sumptuous tapestries, extravagant metalwork, ceramics, and jewelry produced by all Islamic cultures
9783829025584
Islam and architecture
709.2
Islam: Art and Architecture / Markus Hattstein & Peter Delius - Cologne Konemann 2001 - 640p
Follows the historical development of the Islamic regions and their ruling dynasties, and illustrated their greatly varied forms of artistic expression from the birth of the religion to the present day. Basic architectural elements such as the four iwan layout or the minaret demonstrate, in their diverse modes of execution, the independence of regional building traditions. In the decoration of buildings or of everyday objects, ornamentation -- that most characteristic of al lslamic art forms -- displays its endless creativity. ... This impulse also inspires the colorful and fantastical book illustrations and calligraphy, sumptuous tapestries, extravagant metalwork, ceramics, and jewelry produced by all Islamic cultures
9783829025584
Islam and architecture
709.2