Islamic Art and Architecture: The System of Geometric Design

by Issam El-Said, Tarek El Bouri (Editor), Issam El-Siad

Issam El-Said pinpoints the rules of composition that form the basis of the geometric concepts of Islamic art. He then shows how intricate patterns are based on these basic principles. Fully illustrated in three colors to show the development of the patterns, this book offers an insight into how craftsmen and designers in the Muslim world achieved monumental feats of artistic expression using the simplest of tools. Chapter I presents graphical analyses of numerous complex patterns, to reveal the numerical rationale behind them. In Chapter II, the author analyses the system of measure used in ancient Egypt, before the use of numbers for calculating measurements. He shows how measuring cords and a geometric method based on a grid-pattern originating from the circle were employed by master craftsmen in the design of Islamic art and architecture. The book offers an insight into how craftsmen and designers in the Muslim world have achieved monumental feats of artistic expression with harmony and precision, using the simplest of tools such as a ruler, a string and templates, together with a system of measure that is both simple and sophisticated.

Genres: Islam, Architecture, Art, Religion, Art Design

112 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1997

Reviews

[Amy Qualls · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bingo. The book I have searched for. It contains detailed breakdowns on how to replicate these geometric constructs -- or create your own. Received through interlibrary loan; will be purchasing my own copy posthaste.

[Mohammed · Rating 5 out of 5]

Islamic architectural The Islamic architectural is a huge perspective and different way to design the holy places. Islamic architectural is one of the beautiful design comparing with other architectural design around the world. The history of Islamic architectural has its origins back in late seventh century when the prophet Muhammad came with his deployment of the Islamic religion message. The formulation of Islamic architecture through the blending of Islamic tide and architecture that existed in the countries conquered by Muslims. Many facts that Islamic architectural is become much popular in the 20 century and become the one of the gorgeous designs in the world.

[Nana1234]

i enjoyed it ... patterns are so cool