Arts and Architectures in the Islamic Tradition

Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Islamic art. 3. Islamic architecture. 4. Origin of Islamic art and architecture. 5. Crafts in Islamic architecture. 6. Mughal art and architecture. 7. Islamic culture. Bibliography. Index. The phrase Islamic art is an umbrella term for post 7th century visual arts created by Muslim and non-Muslim artists within the territories occupied by the people and cultures of Islam. It embraces art forms such as architecture, architectural decoration, ceramic art, faience mosaics, lustre-ware relief sculpture, wood and ivory carving, friezes drawing painting calligraphy book-gilding manuscript illumination lacquer-painted book binding textile design metalworking goldsmithery gemstone carving among others. Islamic art and architecture the art and architecture of those territories the middle East, North Africa northern India and Spain that fell under Muslim domination beginning in the 7th century. Islamic architecture encompasses a wide range of both secular and religious styles from the foundation of Islam to the present day influencing the design and construction of buildings and structures in Islamic culture. This book is an endeavour in providing students with sound information on art and architecture in the Islamic tradition.