Islamic Art An Introduction Islamic Golden Age: Spain, N. Africa, W. Asia/Middle East, & South Asia...

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Islamic Art An Introduction

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Islamic Art

An Introduction

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Islamic Golden Age: Spain, N. Africa, W. Asia/Middle East, & South Asia

Art influences: Cultural, regional, Qu’ran

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4 MAIN STYLES:GeometricCalligraphicOrganic/figuralMedallions

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Geometric designs are based on mathematical shapes& patterns.

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Examples:

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The Calligraphic style uses Arabic script as the focal point

of a design.

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Examples:

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Organic and figural works are easily identified by their curving

lines, floral patterns, or

animal shapes.

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The swirling leaves and flowers on this peacock plate from Turkey almost hide the dainty blue bird in the center of the plate.

HereI

Am!

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The

Medallion style usually has a central image that is more important than

other elements of the design.

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It is easy to see the medallion in the center of this carpet from Iran.

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Let’s Review!Can you identify this style?

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What about this one?

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…and this one?

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Last chance!

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Here are the answers:

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This is theGEOMETRIC STYLE!

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Can you see the bird?This is an example of the organic/figural style. Look at thegraceful curves!

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This sculptural carving

from Spain is

in the medallion

style.

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This science dish was designed in the calligraphic style. It says,“Science, its taste is bitter at the beginning but, at the end, sweeter than honey. Blessing.”

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Your Task due: • You will create your own Islamic art piece inspired by

one or more of the four main styles you’ve seen today.

• Your piece must have:– Title– Artist Name– Border/Mat

-2 Explanation Paragraphs:

1.How you made the piece/method of production

2.Significance of piece: origins, influence, region, symbolism, purpose, historical relevance, etc.

-2 MLA research sources