Wednesday, February 25, 2009

A Global Guide to Islamic Art

"This guide to art 'made in societies where Islam was the dominant religion' describes where to view works (such as "calligraphy, the art of beautiful writing," and figural representations, especially of plants). Features an annotated list and map of major museums of Islamic art in the U.S., Europe and the Islamic lands. Also includes links to related sites. From Saudi Aramco World magazine." (Lii.org)

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