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The Transformation of Islamic Art during the Sunni Revival (PUBLICATIONS ON THE NEAR EAST, UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON)
0Uncover the pivotal transformation of Islamic art during the crucial 11th and 12th-century Sunni Revival. Yasser Tabbaa’s comprehensive study meticulously analyzes Quranic manuscripts, inscriptions, architectural ornament, and geometric patterns. Discover the profound influence of geometry as a unifying theme across this dynamic period. An indispensable resource for scholars, students of art history, and enthusiasts of Islamic culture and architecture in India, this book offers deep insights into a defining era of artistic innovation.
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The Transformation of Islamic Art During the Sunni Revival (Publications on the Near East)
0Explore the pivotal transformation of Islamic art during the Sunni Revival. Yasser Tabbaa masterfully details how innovative geometric techniques, calligraphy, and muqarnas reshaped Islamic architecture and ornament across Iran, Iraq, and Syria in the 11th-12th centuries. This seminal work reveals how these new forms communicated cultural identity amidst significant political change, influencing later architectural styles. Essential reading for students, scholars, and enthusiasts of Islamic art history and architecture in India seeking to understand profound cultural shifts and redefine approaches to medieval art.