a world history Broug, Eric creator author. text bibliography History Illustrated works. Ouvrages illustrés. enk 2023 2023 monographic eng

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335 pages : color illustrations ; 32 cm A richly illustrated history and sourcebook spanning the world of Islamic architecture. Islamic architecture is a broad topic, covering some 1,400 years up to the present day. The richness of building types, regional styles, and architectural details is reflected here, with a striking balance of familiar and unfamiliar, of world-renowned masterpieces and lesser-known gems. All eras and regions are represented, but with an eye for some of the creative exuberance, boldness, and sensitivity of Islamic architecture that has not been explored for a general readership until now. Eric Broug has an expert eye for the use of geometry and pattern, noting architectural elements that attend to specific regional, environmental, and climatic concerns. Providing a wealth of information about buildings' historical and cultural contexts, Islamic Architecture is a richly packed visual sourcebook demonstrating the function and worldwide appeal of Islamic architecture. This book is essential for artists, designers, architects, and students of Islamic culture worldwide." -- Introduction -- Eastern Mediterranean & Gulf region -- Iraq, Iran & South Asia -- Turkey & Central Asia -- Africa -- Asia Pacific -- Europe & the Americas -- Women in Islamic architecture -- A waqf -- Glossary -- Islamic dynasties. Eric Broug. Includes bibliographical references (pages 325-327) and index. Islamic architecture Themes, motives Islamic architecture Themes, motives Pictorial works Islamic architecture History Architecture islamique Histoire Architecture islamique Histoire Ouvrages illustrés Architecture islamique Ouvrages illustrés RELIGION / Islam / History Islamic architecture NA380 .B76 2023 720.91767 9780500343784 0500343780 2023933205 YDX 230223 20251201085446.0 22984532 eng