A Guide to an Exhibition of Islamic Miniature Painting and Book Illumination: The Metropolitan Museum of Art (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169109711)

""A Guide To An Exhibition Of Islamic Miniature Painting And Book Illumination: The Metropolitan Museum Of Art"" by M. S. Dimand is a comprehensive guidebook that explores the Islamic art of miniature painting and book illumination. The book provides a detailed overview of the exhibition held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, which showcases a wide range of Islamic art pieces from the 14th to the 19th century.The book is divided into several sections that cover various aspects of Islamic art, including the history of miniature painting and book illumination, the techniques used by artists, the themes and motifs depicted in the artworks, and the cultural and religious significance of Islamic art. The guidebook also includes high-quality images of the artworks on display, along with detailed descriptions and explanations.The author, M. S. Dimand, is an expert in Islamic art and has written several books on the subject. In this guidebook, he provides a wealth of knowledge and insights into the world of Islamic miniature painting and book illumination. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in Islamic art, history, and culture, and is a must-read for those planning to visit the exhibition at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: M. S. Dimand
ISBN-10: 1169109713
ISBN-13: 9781169109711
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 106
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.72lbs
Size: 6.00h x 9.02w x 0.38d