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Product Identifiers
PublisherPrestel Gmbh & Co KG.
ISBN-103791385666
ISBN-139783791385662
eBay Product ID (ePID)18038907085
Product Key Features
Book TitleIslamic Art : Architecture, Painting, Calligraphy, Ceramics, Glass, Carpets
Number of Pages320 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2019
TopicMiddle Eastern, Subjects & Themes / Religious, History / General
IllustratorYes
GenreArt
AuthorLuca Mozzati
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.2 in
Item Weight76 Oz
Item Length11.6 in
Item Width10.9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2019-285960
Reviews"The subheading of this weighty volume gives a sense of the sheer breadth it covers in its survey of three continents across 14 centuries." -- Crafts Council
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal709.1767
SynopsisFrom 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., This gorgeous survey of art from the Islamic world covers three continents and fourteen centuries. From its birth in the seventh 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. Despite its wide-ranging history and origins, Islamic art is unified by its devotion to faith and beauty. With its large format, exquisite reproductions, and extensive research, this book is a thorough introduction to the Islamic artistic tradition.
LC Classification NumberN6260
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- 23. Jun. 2025
A fine book, but the front cover beginin...
A fine book, but the front cover begining to split from the spine, and the spine from its backing. Will require repair work before it becomes useable, to prevent further damage.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
