Early Capitals of Islamic Culture

"Early Capitals of Islamic Culture reproduces archaeological materials and selected masterpieces from the first centuries of Islam that, together, chart the transition from pre-Islamic to Islamic culture. Showing how ancient techniques and aesthetic practices were adapted simultaneous with the appearance of bold new innovations, the book provides deep insights into this fascinating period of art and cultural history. Published to accompany a major joint exhibition of the Sharjah Museums Department of the United Arab Emirates and the State Museums of Berlin, which hold a particularly rich collection of early Islamic art and artifacts and have among the achievements of early Islamic culture, the publication of Early Capitals of Islamic Culture also celebrates Sharjah's recognition as Islamic cultural capital for 2014."--

Year

2014

Language

English

Publisher

Hirmer Publishers

Editions

1

Pages

142

ISBN

9783777422442

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