Islamic Art in Detail by Sheila R Canby
highlighting examples of design and craft in paintings and manuscripts, calligraphy, metalwork, ceramics, glass, wood and ivory, this book offers a view of an imposing collection of arts from across the Muslim world. A series of thematic chapters provide cultural context. This is followed by an exploration of the selected works of art in detail.
Shella R. Canby is an Assistant Keeper with senior responsibility for the Islamic collections at the British Museum. Her publications include Persian Paintings, Princes, Poets and Paladins and The Golden Age of Persian Art 1501 - 1722.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780714124285 |
| ISBN 10 | 0714124281 |
| Title | Islamic Art in Detail |
| Author | Sheila R Canby |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | British Museum Press |
| Year published | 2005-11-07 |
| Number of pages | 144 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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