Geometric Concepts in Islamic art
London: World of Islam Festival Publishing Company Ltd, 1976. Hardcover. Mylar covered illustrated dj; grey linen covers with gilt lettering/art. xi, 154 pages : chiefly illustrations, plans. G+/G, Ex-library. Mylar and dj are creased at bottom. Stamp on title page, back pocket. Pencil marks on back endpaper. Pages are clean and tight. Item #184090
ISBN: 9780905035031
Studies abstract patterns and concepts of design used in Islamic art and architecture, employing analytical diagrams to detail the conception, design, and construction of patterns through a geometric system.
Contents: Man and measure -- Geometric patterns in Islamic design -- Architecture -- Arabic calligraphy -- The circles of 'Ar d in Arabic poetry -- Music in the Muslim world -- Analyses of patterns in the applied arts.
Includes bibliographical references (page 154).
OCLC: 2635862
Price: $65.00