Items related to Moorish Architecture in Andalusia
Synopsis
Spain owes its special historical position in Europe very largely to his intensive encounter with the Orient. In the summer of 710, a small force under the command of a Berber named Taî f ibn Mâ lik landed to the west of Gibraltar. The Islamic armies that followed in its wake succeeded in conquering large areas of Spain within a short span of years. The conquerors gave the country the name of ""al-andalus."" Thus began a period of cultural permeation that was to last for almost 800 years. In spite of intolerance and animosity, there developed between Muslims, Christians, and Jews a shared cultural environment that proved the basis for great achievements. Moorish-Andalusian art and architecture combine elements of various traditions into a new, autonomous style. Among the outstanding architectural witnesses to this achievement are the Great Mosque in Cordova and the Alhambra in Granada, recognized and admired as part of the world's heitage right up to the present day. They are described in detail in this book. The main centres of Hispano-Islamic art and architecture, the cities of Cordova, Seville and Granada, are discussed within the chronological framework of developments, both political and cultural, from 710 to 1492.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Marianne Barrucand read history, archaeology and history of art in Hamburg and Nancy, before obtaining her doctorate in the history of art in 1969. She went on to read Islamic studies at the Sorbonne, and, from 1971 to 1976, in Rabat, Morocco. In 1979 she submitted her professorial thesis in Islamic archaeology and art history, and since 1985 she has been Professor of Islamic Archaeology and Art History at the Sorbonne.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherTaschen America Llc
- Publication date2007
- ISBN 10 3822831034
- ISBN 13 9783822831038
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages240
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 64.56
Shipping:
US$ 4.00
Within U.S.A.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Moorish Architecture (Taschen 25th Anniversary Series)
Seller: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00067391144
Quantity: 2 available
Stock Image
Moorish Architecture
Seller: Zoom Books Company, Lynden, WA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: good. Book is in good condition and may contain underlining or highlighting and minimal wear. The book can also include library labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc . We offer 100% money back guarantee and fast customer support. Seller Inventory # 5AAT2I0012GL_ns
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Moorish Architecture
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 3.65. Seller Inventory # G3822831034I3N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Moorish Architecture
Seller: Ergodebooks, Houston, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Spain owes its special historical position in Europe very largely to his intensive encounter with the Orient. In the summer of 710, a small force under the command of a Berber named Ta f ibn M lik landed to the west of Gibraltar. The Islamic armies that followed in its wake succeeded in conquering large areas of Spain within a short span of years. The conquerors gave the country the name of ""al-andalus."" Thus began a period of cultural permeation that was to last for almost 800 years. In spite of intolerance and animosity, there developed between Muslims, Christians, and Jews a shared cultural environment that proved the basis for great achievements. Moorish-Andalusian art and architecture combine elements of various traditions into a new, autonomous style. Among the outstanding architectural witnesses to this achievement are the Great Mosque in Cordova and the Alhambra in Granada, recognized and admired as part of the world's heitage right up to the present day. They are described in detail in this book. The main centres of Hispano-Islamic art and architecture, the cities of Cordova, Seville and Granada, are discussed within the chronological framework of developments, both political and cultural, from 710 to 1492. Seller Inventory # SONG3822831034
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Moorish Architecture in Andalusia
Seller: Irish Booksellers, Portland, ME, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. SHIPS FROM USA. Used books have different signs of use and do not include supplemental materials such as CDs, Dvds, Access Codes, charts or any other extra material. All used books might have various degrees of writing, highliting and wear and tear and possibly be an ex-library with the usual stickers and stamps. Dust Jackets are not guaranteed and when still present, they will have various degrees of tear and damage. All images are Stock Photos, not of the actual item. book. Seller Inventory # 3822831034-R
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Moorish Architecture in Andalusia
Seller: Goodwill of Silicon Valley, SAN JOSE, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Condition: very_good. Supports Goodwill of Silicon Valley job training programs. The cover and pages are in very good condition! The cover and any other included accessories are also in very good condition showing some minor use. The spine is straight, there are no rips tears or creases on the cover or the pages. Seller Inventory # GWSVV.3822831034.VG
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
Moorish Architecture (Taschen 25th Anniversary Series)
Seller: H&G Antiquarian Books, Sheboygan, WI, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. book, cover and text all in as new condition, binding tight and square, no damage, DJ Fine, text clean and unmarked no names no stamps. Seller Inventory # 015820
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Moorish Architecture in Andalusia
Seller: GoldenDragon, Houston, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: very good. Very Good Copy. Fast Shipment. Seller Inventory # SilverDragon3822831034
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Moorish Architecture in Andalusia
Seller: Books of the Smoky Mountains, Del Rio, TN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: very good. Gently used book with ongoing seller support until you're fully satisfied with your purchase. Seller Inventory # oldport3822831034
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Moorish Architecture in Andalusia
Seller: GoldBooks, Denver, CO, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: very good. Very Good Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed. Seller Inventory # think_very_3822831034
Quantity: 1 available