The art of the Islamic garden
Clark, Emma2010
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The Islamic garden is regarded as one of the highest forms of visual art in the civilization of Islam, and this guide explains these gardens' history and symbolism, and their connections to the Quran.
Main title:
The art of the Islamic garden / by Emma Clark
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Imprint:
Ramsbury Crowood 2010
Collation:
208 p. colour illustrations
Contents:
1. History, Symbolism and the Quran -- 2. Design and Layout -- 3. Geometry, Hard Landscaping and Architectural Ornament -- 4. Water -- 5. Trees and Shrubs -- 6. Plants and Flowers -- 7. HRH The Prince of Wales Carpet Garden, Highgrove: a Case Study.
ISBN:
9781847972040 (pbk)
Dewey class:
712.6 ART
Local class:
712.6
Language:
English
BRN:
49127
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