light in Islamic art and culture Bloom, Jonathan (Jonathan M.) editor. Blair, Sheila editor. text bibliography ctu London Yeleuniversity press 2015 monographic eng

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xi, 357 pages ; 30 cm The Qur'an makes rich references to light, tying it to revelation, and light consequently permeates the culture and visual arts of the Islamic lands. This book explores the integral role of light in Islamic civilization across a wide range of media, from the Qur'an and literature to buildings, paintings, performances, photography, and other works produced over the past 14 centuries. A team of international experts conveys current scholarship on Islamic art in a manner that is engaging and accessible to the general reader. The objects discussed include some of the first identifiable works of Islamic art-modest oil lamps inscribed in Arabic, which developed into elaborately decorated metal and glass lamps and chandeliers. Later, photography, which creates images with light, was readily adopted in Islamic lands, and it continues to provide inspiration for contemporary artists. Generously illustrated with specially commissioned, sumptuous color photographs, this book shows the potential of light to reveal color, form, and meaning. edited by Jonathan Bloom and Sheila Blair. Includes bibliographical references and index. In English with additional title page, table of contents, and chapter titles in Arabic. Islamic arts Islamic civilization Light in art NX688.A4 G63 2015 700.961 9780300215281 0300215282 ERASA 151218 20180116192432.0 11676283 eng