Architecture of the Islamic World : Its History and Social Meaning
Grube, Ernst J.; Dickie, James; Grabar, Oleg; Sims, Eleanor; Lewcock, Ronald; Jones, Dalu; Petherbridge, Gut T.
ISBN 10: 0500278474 ISBN 13: 9780500278475
Edité par Thames & Hudson, 1995
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Synopsis :
From mosques to markets, from citadels to cemeteries, this is a panoramic survey of the entire field of Islamic architecture, with contributions by leading experts in the field.
Constantly relating the architecture to the social areas of religion, power structure, commerce and communal life, the authors provide a full and informative survey with its emphasis on function and meaning rather than on chronology and style.
• Over 750 photographs
• Drawings and plans
• Building materials
• Techniques and principles, of decoration described and explained
• Comprehensive illustrated inventory of the key buildings of the Islamic world
À propos de l?auteur: George Michell is an architectural historian specializing in ancient Indian architecture. Among his many publications are The Royal Palaces of India and The Majesty of Mughal Decoration, both published by Thames & Hudson.
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Titre : Architecture of the Islamic World : Its ...
Éditeur : Thames & Hudson
Date d'édition : 1995
Reliure : Couverture souple
Etat : Very Good
Edition : Reprint.