The Grove Encyclopedia of Islamic Art and ArchitectureOxford University Press is proud to present the most up-to-date and comprehensive encyclopedia in this field. In three illustrated volumes with more than 1,500 entries, the Encyclopedia deals with all aspects of this important area of study, ranging from the Middle East to Central Asia to Southeast Asia and Africa as well as Europe and North America. The Grove Encyclopedia of Islamic Art and Architecture covers all subject areas including: artists, ruler, writers, architecture, ceramics, sculpture, painting, calligraphy, coins, textiles, and much more. The Encyclopedia offers fully-updated articles and bibliographies that draw upon the expansive scholarship of The Dictionary of Art, as well as more than 500 plans, maps, diagrams, illustrations, and color plates. This exciting reference work is accessible to scholars, students, and general readers, making it a reliable and essential resource covering this topic of burgeoning importance in world history and the visual arts. |
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The Grove encyclopedia of Islamic art and architecture
Avis d'utilisateur - Not Available - Book VerdictGrove has become synonymous with excellence in reference materials in art and music, and the latest entry in the series is no exception. Edited by Bloom and Blair, professors of Islamic and Asian art ... Consulter l'avis complet
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The Grove Encyclopedia of Islamic Art and Architecture Jonathan Bloom,Sheila S. Blair Aperçu limité - 2009 |
Grove Encyclopedia of Islamic Art & Architecture: Three-Volume Set Jonathan Bloom,Sheila Blair Aucun aperçu disponible - 2009 |
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