Clear diagrams and a detailed explanatory text: an inspirational guide for craftspeople and artists everywhere. Includes a CD-ROM. The marvels of Islamic patterns―the most recognizable visual expression of Islamic art and architecture―are not just a beautiful accident. The ancient practitioners of this craft used traditional methods of measurement to create dazzling geometric compositions, often based on the repetition of a single pattern. The results are magnificent in their beauty and awe-inspiring in their execution. Now, with the aid of this book, everyone can learn how to master this ancient art and create their own intricate patterns or re-create classic examples. All one needs are a pencil, a ruler, a compass, and a steady hand. First, technical tips demonstrate the basics: how to draw a square, hexagon, or pentagon. This is followed by some of the best examples of geometric patterns from around the world, arranged into three levels of complexity, with careful, step-by-step instructions. The book features geometric patterns from some of the most famous and beautiful Islamic architecture and art, including: La Mezquita, Cordoba; Capella Palatina, Sicily; Mustansiriya Madrasa, Baghdad; Umayyad Mosque, Damascus; Mosque of al-Salih Tala'I, Cairo; The Koran of Rashid al-Din. Over 290 illustrations
Islamic Geometric Patterns
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Author: Broug, Eric
Binding: Paperback
ISBN: 8601400243756
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Author: Broug, Eric
Brand: Broug, Eric
Edition: PAP/CDR
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- Mint Condition
- Dispatch same day for order received before 12 noon
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Binding: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 128
Release Date: 01-06-2008
Part Number: 9780500287217
EAN: 8601400243756
Package Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.8 x 0.5 inches
Languages: English
