Patterns of Stylistic Changes in Islamic Architecture: Local Traditions Versus Migrating Artists: 2 (Hagop Kevorkian Series NE Art) - Hardcover

Meinecke, Michael

 
9780814754924: Patterns of Stylistic Changes in Islamic Architecture: Local Traditions Versus Migrating Artists: 2 (Hagop Kevorkian Series NE Art)
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0814754929 ISBN 13: 9780814754924
Publisher: New York University Press, 1996

Synopsis

Drawing upon a lifetime's knowledge, Patterns of Stylistic Change in Islamic Architecture presents Michael Meinecke's unique view of the evolution and development of Islamic architecture.

Departing from conventional method which groups buildings and monuments according to dynasties and defines national characteristics based on the ethnic origins of Arabic, Persian, or Turkish patrons, Meinecke emphasizes the similarities which resulted from interrelations among neighboring or far-away areas. He argues that transformations in the development of Islamic architecture can be explained by the movements of skilled craftsmen who traveled extensively in their search for challenging work, allowing for their influence to be felt across a broad region.

Meinecke's unique approach to Islamic architecture will no doubt inspire others to emulate his approach in studying other regions or areas. Few, however, will be able to attain the consummate mastery of the subject which enlivens these essays.

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About the Author

The late Michael Meinecke was Director of the Museum of Islamic Art in Berlin at the time of his death in 1995 (1994?).

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Publisher
New York University Press
Publication date
1996
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0814754929
ISBN 13 
9780814754924
Binding
Hardcover
Number of pages
184