{"product_id":"islamicgeometricpatterns","title":"Islamic Geometric Patterns","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEric Broug\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlexicover, Revised Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9780500294680\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe marvels of Islamic patterns—the most recognizable visual expression of Islamic art and architecture—are not just a beautiful accident. The ancient practitioners of this craft used traditional methods of measurement to create dazzling geometric compositions, often based on the repetition of a single pattern. The results are magnificent in their beauty and awe-inspiring in their execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow, with the aid of this book, everyone can learn how to master this ancient art and create their own intricate patterns or re-create classic examples. All one needs are a pencil, a ruler, a compass, and a steady hand. First, technical tips demonstrate the basics: how to draw a square, hexagon, or pentagon. This is followed by some of the best examples of geometric patterns from around the world, arranged into three levels of complexity, with careful, step-by-step instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book features geometric patterns from some of the most famous and beautiful Islamic architecture and art, including: La Mezquita, Cordoba; Capella Palatina, Sicily; Mustansiriya Madrasa, Baghdad; Umayyad Mosque, Damascus; Mosque of al-Salih Tala’I, Cairo; The Koran of Rashid al-Din.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":4878619246627,"sku":"9780500294680","price":33.8,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2514\/8624\/products\/IM101135.jpg?v=1556935596","url":"https:\/\/wardahbooks.mom\/products\/islamicgeometricpatterns","provider":"Wardah Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}