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Islamic Design: A Genius for Geometry (Wooden Books)
Islamic Design A Genius for Geometry - Wooden Books Author:Daud Sutton An exploration of the construction and meaning of Islamic geometric patterns. — — Throughout their long history the craft traditions of the Islamic world evolved a multitude of styles applied to a great variety of media but always with unifying factors that make them instantly recognizable. Harmony is central. There are two key aspects to... more » the visual structure of Islamic design?calligraphy using Arabic script (one of the world?s great calligraphic traditions) and abstract ornamentation using a varied but remarkably integrated visual language. Focusing on Islamic geometric patterns, simple and complex, man-made and in nature, this book offers unique insight into Islamic culture.« less
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