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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)
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ILLUSTRATIONS
200 colour photos
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ISBN: 9781847972040
Author: CLARKE EMMA
Format: Paperback
Publication date: 20/10/2010
RRP: $59.99
Pages: 208
Dimension: 246mm X 189mm
Imprint: Crowood Press