Islamic gardens are enchanting places. Just the names of some of the most beautiful gardens in the world - the Alhambra, the Generalife, the Shalimar - conjure up images of calm and even divine beauty. No visitor is left untouched by their magic. This new paperback edition of The Art of the Islamic Garden is an introduction to the design, symbolism and making of an Islamic Garden and it examines that magic, describes the component parts which allow a deeper understanding of the beauty. Topics covered: Historical, cultural and spiritual background Geometry, design and layout The importance of water Advice on trees, shrubs and flowers AUTHOR Emma Clark is a writer, lecturer and designer specializing in traditional Islamic art and architecture. She teaches part-time on the Visual Islamic and Traditional Arts Programme at The Prince's Foundation in London. Resident: London SALES This lavish book provides both an intellectual guide to the symbolism inherent in an Islamic garden and a practical guide to the component parts It recommends suitable trees, shrubs and flowers Emma Clarke specialises in traditional Islamic art REVIEWS 'good practical advice on how to create an Islamic garden of one's own.' (Emel) 'a beautifully illustrated introduction to the design, symbolism and creating of an Islamic garden" (SirReadaLot.org) A thorough Saudi Aramco world) ILLUSTRATIONS 200 colour photos *
- ISBN:
- 9781847972040
- 9781847972040
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Category:
- Landscape art & architecture
- Format:
- Paperback
- Publication Date:
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31-07-2010
- Language:
- English
- Publisher:
- The Crowood Press Ltd
- Country of origin:
- United Kingdom
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions (mm):
- 246x189x15mm
- Weight:
- 0.58kg
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