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Arabesque
Islamic geometric and floral designs, often seen in architecture and manuscripts
Moorish Arch
Structural design element in Islamic architecture, characterized by its horseshoe shape
Mashrabiya
Ornamental latticework typical of Islamic architecture, serving both aesthetic and functional purposes
Muqarnas
Three-dimensional architectural decorative element in Islamic buildings
Girih Tiles
Set of five tiles used in Islamic art to form complex, interlocking patterns
Calligraphy
Visual art related to writing, fundamental to Islamic art
Zellij Tiles
Moroccan tile work made from individually chiseled geometric tiles set into a plaster base
Islamic Star Patterns
Designs created using mathematical repetition, symmetry, and tessellations
Iznik Pottery
Highly decorated ceramics with distinctive patterns, originating from Iznik, Turkey
Ottoman Tulips
Floral motif commonly used in Ottoman art, symbolizing wealth and power
Persian Miniatures
Small, highly detailed paintings, integral to the manuscript traditions of the Persianate world
Arabic Ligature
The connection and combination of two or more Arabic letters into a single form
Fatimid Textiles
Luxury fabrics produced during the Fatimid Caliphate, notable for their intricate patterns
Mamluk Carpets
Handmade carpets from the Mamluk Sultanate, with distinctive geometric designs
Dome of The Rock Mosaics
Intricate mosaic patterns decorating the interior and exterior of this significant Islamic landmark
Kufic Script
The oldest calligraphic form of the various Arabic scripts, characterized by its angularity
Seljuk Carpets
Medieval Turkish carpets with complex geometric and Kufic patterns
Damascene Metalwork
A method of inlaying different metals into one another, typically silver or gold into a darkly oxidized steel background
Honeycomb Vaults
Ceiling or roof design in Islamic architecture, made of a series of geometric cells
Alhambra's Comares Hall
A prime example of Nasrid dynasty stucco work, with intricate patterns
Safi Ceramic Decoration
Moroccan pottery decorated with a cobalt blue glaze and distinctive patterns
Pseudo-Kufic
Imitation of Arabic script used in European art and architecture during the Middle Ages
Socarrat Ceramic Tiles
Traditional terracotta tiles from Spain, with a white base and painted intricate patterns
Isfahan Mosque Tilework
Features intricate tilework with Islamic geometric patterns, showcasing the advances in mathematics and aesthetics
Topkapi Scroll
A Timurid dynasty treasure containing numerous geometric patterns for wall and vault decoration
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