{"title":"Doris Behrens-Abouseif","description":"\u003cp\u003eDoris Behrens-Abouseif's work offers a deep exploration into the rich tapestry of arts and culture within the Arab world and the Mediterranean. Her books illuminate the intricate craftsmanship and historical significance of artistic traditions, inviting readers to appreciate the beauty and context behind metalwork and other cultural artefacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough detailed research and vivid narrative, these writings reveal the intersections of art, history, and society. Ideal for those passionate about cultural heritage and artistic expression, her collection enriches understanding of the visual and material culture that shaped this vibrant region.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"metalwork-from-the-arab-world-and-the-mediterranean-by-doris-behrens-abouseif-9780500971116","title":"Metalwork from the Arab World and the Mediterranean","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis volume presents vessels, fittings and other objects made in Syria, Egypt, Iraq and Yemen from the early Islamic period through to the end of the Ottoman era in the 19th century. The pieces include exquisite platters, serving-vessels, candlesticks and pen-boxes produced for royal courts, but also many beautifully decorated bronze domestic items, such as bowls, lunch-boxes, door-knockers, buckets and lamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe metalwork traditions in \u003cem\u003eMetalwork from the Arab World and the Mediterranean\u003c\/em\u003e reflect the complex history of the Arab world following the advent of Islam. The collection starts in the Late Antique period, which informed the early Islamic royal styles of the Umayyad, Abbasid and Fatimid dynasties. It goes on to trace the emergence of Mosul as a centre for metalwork in the 12th-13th centuries, the courtly Mamluk style during the Bahri period (1250-1380s), the Circassian era (1380s-1517), the growth of the European export market from the 15th century, distinctive vernacular styles in Yemen during the 14th-16th centuries, and the many revivals and fusions of international styles over six centuries of Ottoman rule (1517-1900s). Finally, an enigmatic group of zoomorphic fittings that defies easy dating is celebrated for the craftsmanship and charm of its animal figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully illustrated volume features many important unpublished pieces and is essential reading for specialists, but it will fascinate and inform anyone with an interest in Islamic culture and history, metalwork and the decorative arts of the Arab world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWith 350 illustrations\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47383914840300,"sku":"9780500971116","price":110.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9532023482366.jpg?v=1773388385"},{"product_id":"metalwork-from-the-arab-world-and-the-mediterranean-by-doris-behrens-abouseif-9780500971178","title":"Metalwork from the Arab World and the Mediterranean","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMetalwork from the Arab World and the Mediterranean\u003c\/em\u003e presents vessels, fittings, and other objects from the early Islamic period through to the end of the Ottoman era in the nineteenth century. All drawn from the unparalleled al-Sabah Collection, the pieces include exquisite platters, serving vessels, candlesticks, and pen-boxes produced for royal courts, but also many beautifully decorated bronze domestic items, such as bowls, lunch boxes, door knockers, buckets, and lamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding ... a valuable addition to the literature on Islamic art\u003c\/strong\u003e - Asia - Art - Culture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bookreps NZ Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48347760296172,"sku":"9780500971178","price":90.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780500971178-metalwork-from-the-arab-world-and-the-mediterranean-1.jpg?v=1789189490"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/doris-behrens-abouseif.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}