| Description |
1 online resource |
| Summary |
Islamic Geometric Patterns presents an in-depth examination of the polygonal technique, the primary method used in creating Islamic geometric patterns. The text details the methodology behind this dead art form, and presents historical evidence, both of which are vital to the ornamental tradition. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
The historical antecedents, initial development, maturity, and dissemination of Islamic geometric patterns -- Differentiation: geometric diversity and design classification -- Polygonal design methodology -- Computer algorithms for star pattern construction. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Geometry in art.
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Islamic art -- Mathematics.
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Polygons.
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polygons. |
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ART -- General. |
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Geometría -- en el arte |
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Arte musulmán -- Matemáticas |
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Polígonos |
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Geometry in art |
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Polygons |
| Added Author |
Kaplan, Craig (Craig S.), contributor.
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Penrose, Roger, writer of foreword.
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| Other Form: |
Printed edition: Bonner, Jay. Islamic geometric patterns New York, NY : Springer, [2017] 9781441902160 (DLC) 2017936979 |
| ISBN |
9781441902177 ebook |
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1441902171 ebook |
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9781441902160 print |
| Standard No. |
10.1007/978-1-4419-0217-7 |
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