Palace and Mosque by Tim Stanley

Palace and Mosque by Tim Stanley

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Providing an introduction to Islamic art and culture, this work draws on examples from collections of the V&A. It is an overview of a complex subject, exploring the cultural significance of objects in different media, from ceramics, miniature painting and textiles to wood-carving and metalwork, while the photographs highlight their craftsmanship.

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Palace and Mosque by Tim Stanley

Published in paperback for the opening of the Jameel Gallery of Islamic Art at the V&A, this fascinating introduction to Islamic art and culture draws on examples from magnificent collections of the V&A. It is an invaluable overview of a complex subject, exploring the cultural significance of objects in different media, from ceramics, miniature painting and textiles to wood-carving and metalwork, while the superb photographs highlight their unique craftsmanship.
'Wonderfully revealing - and beautifully illustrated' The Scotsman
Tim Stanley is Senior Curator in the V&A's Asian Department and leader of the team working on the new Jameel Gallery. He is joint editor of The Making of the Jameel Gallery of Islamic Art (V&A 2006).
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ISBN 13 9781851774296
ISBN 10 1851774297
Title Palace and Mosque
Author Tim Stanley
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher V & A Publishing
Year published 2006-07-03
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.