Does Modern Islamic Art Exist?
The concept of Modern art implies a break with the tradition for a more personal interpretation of reality. Can this definition be...
Unity in Diversity– Reflections on Styles in Islamic Art
It seems that Western art showed a variation in styles and movements in its history, while Islamic art remained rather stable....
Wood, Glass, Geometry – Stained Glass in Iran and Azerbaijan
In this article I am sharing my experience of visiting traditional stained glass workshops in Iran and Azerbaijan. I am not aware if this...
Foliage Motifs in Islamic Art Before Mongol Invasion
In the middle of 13th century Mongols came to Eastern Iran. In 1256 they founded Ilkhanid dynasty that reigned in Iraq till 1340 and in...
Baku - Arabesque in Stone
Stone decoration of Baku architecture is superb. It is here when ancient craft of stone carving serves Islamic art showing the great...
Biomorphic patterns in Islamic art – Tracing the origin
Islamic biomorphic patterns are usually called arabesques. The term ‘arabesque’ is relatively new; it came to Europe after Napoleon’s...
