Treasures of Islam: Artistic Glories of the Muslim WorldDiscover the grandeur of Islam in a vivid portrait of some of the greatest and most creative civilizations ever to have existed—a wide range of peoples and cultures all united spiritually by their adherence to Islam and its holy book. This important survey—which features outstanding production values, an oversized volume, a foil-trimmed cover, and special five-color printing—celebrates the remarkable diversity of Muslim art, from beautiful textiles and peerless ceramics to awe-inspiring architecture and exquisite metalwork. With superb photography throughout, this guide marries the religion’s artistic legacy with its rich history, travelling from the royal mosque at Isfahan to the beauty of Quranic illumination. |
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Page 32
... entrance portal ( based on a Roman triumphal arch ) was empty until al - Walid's accession in 743 , after which it displayed a statue of him modeled after Sasanian emperors , staring confidently straight ahead , sword in hand , wearing ...
... entrance portal ( based on a Roman triumphal arch ) was empty until al - Walid's accession in 743 , after which it displayed a statue of him modeled after Sasanian emperors , staring confidently straight ahead , sword in hand , wearing ...
Page 59
... entrance passage to give attackers a disadvantage . This was a military improvement over the Fatimid gates ( see page 53 ) , even if none of the citadel entrances had decoration of comparable splendor . More impressive was the entrance ...
... entrance passage to give attackers a disadvantage . This was a military improvement over the Fatimid gates ( see page 53 ) , even if none of the citadel entrances had decoration of comparable splendor . More impressive was the entrance ...
Page 68
... entrance to Qalawun's complex is decorated with black and white marble , one of its many features of Syrian origin . The curling ironwork of the window grille is Crusader work , either brought back as spoils from Palestine or made by ...
... entrance to Qalawun's complex is decorated with black and white marble , one of its many features of Syrian origin . The curling ironwork of the window grille is Crusader work , either brought back as spoils from Palestine or made by ...
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