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The complete illustrated guide to islamic art and architecture. A survey of islamic arts, covering years, from the birth of islam in the 7th century ad, to the 17thcentury splendours of the safavid courts. During his studies, he converted to islam and spent some time in a dervish monastery. He is also the co editor of the three volume grove encyclopedia of islamic art. Islamic art is an illustrated history that takes a broad approach, covering architecture, crafts, and aesthetics as well as art in the narrow sense, and placing them within their social and historical context. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
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