The Umayyads

The Umayyads
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Publisher : AIRP
Total Pages : 226
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ISBN-10 : 187404435X
ISBN-13 : 9781874044352
Rating : 4/5 (5X Downloads)

Synopsis The Umayyads by : Museum With No Frontiers

This fascinating new series will present 12 Exhibition Trails in 11 countries, which follow the chronology of the spread of Islamic art in that area. The Museum With No Frontiers programme is based on the novel idea of organising exhibitions without transporting the works of art, instead allowing the visitor to discover the artefacts, architecture and museums in their original environment and within their historical and cultural context. This concept makes it possible for the Islamic art academic or enthusiast to experience art as a living illustration of social history. Each Exhibition Trail is divided into a number of itineraries that provide detailed information on the history and significance of each structure or work and offer practical information on guided tours, transportation and cultural activities. The beautifully illustrated descriptions of the archaeological sites, artworks and architecture are written by experts in the field who live in the specified area itself. Visit the virtual gallery www.mwnf.org for further information. The exhibition is devoted to significant monuments from the reign of the Umayyad caliphs (660-750 AD) in an area that stretched from Amman to Mo

The Ayyubid Era. Art and Architecture in Medieval Syria

The Ayyubid Era. Art and Architecture in Medieval Syria
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Publisher : Museum With No Frontiers, MWNF (Museum Ohne Grenzen)
Total Pages : 342
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ISBN-10 : 9783902782175
ISBN-13 : 390278217X
Rating : 4/5 (75 Downloads)

Synopsis The Ayyubid Era. Art and Architecture in Medieval Syria by : Abd al-Razzaq Moaz, , , , , , , ,

This new MWNF Travel Book was conceived not long before the war started. All texts refer to the pre-war situation and are our expression of hope that Syria, a land that witnessed the evolution of civilisation since the beginnings of human history, may soon become a place of peace and the driving force behind a new and peaceful beginning for the entire region. Bilad al-Sham testifies to a thorough and strategic programme of urban reconstruction and reunification during the 12th and 13th centuries. Amidst a period of fragmentation, visionary leadership came with the Atabeg Nur al-Din Zangi. He revived Syria’s cities as safe havens to restore order. His most agile Kurdish general, Salah al-Din (Saladin), assumed power after he died and unified Egypt and Sham into one force capable of re-conquering Jerusalem from the Crusaders. The Ayyubid Empire flourished and continued the policy of patronage. Though short-lived, this era held long-lasting resonance for the region. Its recognisable architectural aesthetic – austere, yet robust and perfected ‒ survived until modern times. The Ayyubid Era: Art and Architecture in Medieval Syria describes eight thematic Itineraries including, among others, the cities of Damascus, Bosra, Homs, Hama, Aleppo and Raqqa.

The Umayyads: The Rise of Islamic Art

The Umayyads: The Rise of Islamic Art
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Publisher : Museum With No Frontiers, MWNF (Museum Ohne Grenzen)
Total Pages : 335
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9783902782076
ISBN-13 : 3902782072
Rating : 4/5 (76 Downloads)

Synopsis The Umayyads: The Rise of Islamic Art by : Fawzi Zayadine

Bibliography of Art and Architecture in the Islamic World (2 vols.)

Bibliography of Art and Architecture in the Islamic World (2 vols.)
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Publisher : BRILL
Total Pages : 1508
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ISBN-10 : 9789047412076
ISBN-13 : 9047412079
Rating : 4/5 (76 Downloads)

Synopsis Bibliography of Art and Architecture in the Islamic World (2 vols.) by : Susan Sinclair

Following the tradition and style of the acclaimed Index Islamicus, the editors have created this new Bibliography of Art and Architecture in the Islamic World. The editors have surveyed and annotated a wide range of books and articles from collected volumes and journals published in all European languages (except Turkish) between 1906 and 2011. This comprehensive bibliography is an indispensable tool for everyone involved in the study of material culture in Muslim societies.

In the Lands of the Enchanted Moorish Maiden. Islamic Art in Portugal

In the Lands of the Enchanted Moorish Maiden. Islamic Art in Portugal
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 200
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ISBN-10 : 3902782129
ISBN-13 : 9783902782120
Rating : 4/5 (29 Downloads)

Synopsis In the Lands of the Enchanted Moorish Maiden. Islamic Art in Portugal by : Claudio Torres

In The Lands Of The Enchanted Moorish Maiden: Islamic Art in Portugal uncovers five inspired centuries of Islamic civilisation that shaped the people of the former Gharb al-Andalus. From Coimbra to the furthest reaches of the Algarve there are palaces, Christianised mosques, fortifications and urban centres, all of which bear witness to the splendour of a glorious past. This artistic recollection is the expression of a very delicate symbiosis that determined the particularities of vernacular architecture and still permeates the cultural identity of Portugal. Ten itineraries invite you to discover 76 museums, monuments and sites in Lisbon, Sintra, Coimbra, Evora, Mertola, Faro and Sesimbra (among others).

Mamluk Art

Mamluk Art
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Publisher : Art Books International
Total Pages : 242
Release :
ISBN-10 : 1874044376
ISBN-13 : 9781874044376
Rating : 4/5 (76 Downloads)

Synopsis Mamluk Art by : Museum With No Frontiers

This thematic travel guide explores the intellectual, scientific and cultural heritage seen in Mamluk architecture and decorative arts through eight suggested travel itineraries. Seven of these are one-day trips, one being two-days, around Cairo and the northern cities of Alexandria, Rosetta and Fuwa in Lower Egypt. Maps, plans and colour photographs feature prominently and the itineraries are preceded by three thematic essays providing the historical background.

Ifriqiya

Ifriqiya
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 316
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ISBN-10 : MINN:31951P009112655
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (55 Downloads)

Synopsis Ifriqiya by : Museum With No Frontiers

This travel guide and survey to Islamic art, architecture and culture in Tunisia shows the country's treasures displayed within their historical and cultural context. It includes up-to-date information, detailed descriptions of the items on display, an exhaustive historic and artistic introduction, a number of itineraries, practical information (distances, opening hours etc), and tips for appreciating the natural environment surrounding the sites. The descriptions of monuments, archaeological sites, artefacts and architecture are written by local academics and specialists.

The Architects' Journal

The Architects' Journal
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 870
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ISBN-10 : UVA:X006145969
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (69 Downloads)

Synopsis The Architects' Journal by :