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Reframing the Alhambra: Architecture, Poetry, Textiles and Court Ceremonial
Reframing the Alhambra: Architecture, Poetry, Textiles and Court Ceremonial
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The Nasrid builders of the Alhambra were so exacting that fractal geometry was needed to explain their work. This book explores medieval poetics, optics, and court ceremonials to reconstruct the underlying aesthetic and understand the harmonious interrelationship between diverse artistic media in the experience of the beholder.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 344 pages
Publication date: 31 October 2020
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press
The Nasrid builders of the Alhambra, a medieval Muslim palatial city renowned for its exceptional preservation, were known for their meticulous craftsmanship. However, some of their work remained unexplainable until the advent of fractal geometry. Unfortunately, the loss of all archival material has obscured their design principles. This book addresses this issue by exploring the neglected interdisciplinary contexts of medieval poetics and optics and conducting comparative studies of Islamic court ceremonials. By reframing the analysis, the book aims to reconstruct the underlying, integrated aesthetic of the Alhambra, emphasizing the harmonious interrelationship between diverse artistic media, such as architecture, poetry, and textiles, in the viewer's experience. This new understanding of the Alhambra sheds light on the city's remarkable architectural and artistic achievements.
Weight: 826g
Dimension: 170 x 244 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474480901
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