Figurative art in medieval Islam and the riddle of Bihza?d of Hera?t (1465-1535) / Michael Barry
Paris : Flammarion, 2004. First Edition. Near fine paper-covered boards copy in a near-fine, very slightly edge-nicked and dust-dulled dust-wrapper. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Item #445907
Physical description: 407 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), maps ; 32 cm. Contents: Eyes and ears to Bihza?d -- "Persian miniatures" and the twentieth century's song of glory -- The formation of Islamic figurative art: from the eighth to the fifteenth centuries -- Bihza?d as guildmaster -- Zulaykha?'s castle -- Alexander's cave. Subjects: Bihza?d 16th century. Islamic art and symbolism. Painting, Medieval Islamic countries.
Price: €195.00