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Islamic Geometric Patterns

By Eric Broug
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Islamic Geometric Patterns explores the stunning and intricate world of geometric designs that define Islamic art and architecture. The book begins with an introduction to fundamental principles and progresses through a curated selection of global patterns. Arranged by three levels of complexity, it offers detailed, step-by-step guidance enabling readers to create their own intricate patterns or faithfully reproduce traditional designs.
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This book is ideal for artists, designers, architects, and anyone fascinated by Islamic art or looking to develop skills in geometric pattern creation.

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Featuring new patterns with detailed explanatory texts, this revised edition is an inspirational guide for craftspeople and artists alike.

The ultimate sourcebook and practical guide to Islamic geometric patterns, now updated with seven new compositions

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Geometric patterns are perhaps the most recognisable visual expressions of Islamic art and architecture, magnificent in their beauty and awe-inspiring in their execution. Now, with the aid of this book, anyone can learn how to master this ancient art and create intricate patterns or re-create classic examples.

An introduction guides the reader through the basics, and is followed by some of the best examples of geometric patterns from around the world. These examples are arranged into three levels of complexity, with careful, step-by-step instructions taking the reader through the stages of composition.

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Highly recommended! - Tile & Stone Journal

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ISBN: 9780500294680

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 17 January 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Edition: Revised and expanded edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 450g

Pages: 136

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About the Author

Eric Broug runs Broug Ateliers for Islamic Architecture, Arts and Crafts. He is also the author of Islamic Design Workbook and Islamic Geometric Design, both published by Thames & Hudson.

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