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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Yale University Press
ISBN-10
1588395707
ISBN-13
9781588395702
eBay Product ID (ePID)
211277832
Product Key Features
Book Title
Islamic Arms and Armor : in the Metropolitan Museum of Art
Number of Pages
348 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Middle Eastern, Collections, Catalogs, Exhibitions / Permanent Collections, Museums, Tours, Points of Interest, Military
Publication Year
2016
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Art, Travel, Antiques & Collectibles
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.6 in
Item Weight
85 Oz
Item Length
12.4 in
Item Width
10.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2017-288344
Reviews
"It has few rivals and will be an important resource for even longer than it took to complete."--Tim Stanley, Burlington
Dewey Edition
23
Dewey Decimal
739.70917/671
Synopsis
A lushly illustrated survey of exquisitely crafted weapons and armor from the Islamic world, which display extraordinary artistry and opulence From its origins in the 7th century, armor and weaponry were central to Islamic culture not only as a means of conquest and the spread of faith, but also as symbols of status, wealth, and power. More than 120 exceptional examples from the renowned collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art are presented in detail to demonstrate the remarkable craftsmanship and beauty of Islamic arms and armor. These diverse objects, which have never been catalogued or published in detail, span ten centuries and represent nearly every Islamic culture, from Spain to the Caucasus. Among these masterpieces are rare early works, such as the oldest documented Islamic sword, and fine examples of decorated helmets and body armor from late-15th-century Iran and Anatolia. Also included are lavish gem-studded weapons from royal courts in the Ottoman world and India. Each piece is handsomely photographed, with a detailed discussion of its technical, historical, and artistic importance. Made by master artisans in conjunction with leading designers, goldsmiths, and jewelers, these stunning objects demonstrate how utilitarian military equipment could be transformed into striking and extravagant works of art., A lushly illustrated survey of exquisitely crafted weapons and armor from the Islamic world, which display extraordinary artistry and opulence, A lushly illustrated survey of exquisitely crafted weapons and armor from the Islamic world, which display extraordinary artistry and opulence From its origins in the 7th century, armor and weaponry were central to Islamic culture not only as a means of conquest and the spread of faith, but also as symbols of status, wealth, and power. More than 120 exceptional examples from the renowned collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art are presented in detail to demonstrate the remarkable craftsmanship and beauty of Islamic arms and armor. These diverse objects, which have never been catalogued or published in detail, span ten centuries and represent nearly every Islamic culture, from Spain to the Caucasus. Among these masterpieces are rare early works, such as the oldest documented Islamic sword, and fine examples of decorated helmets and body armor from late-15th-century Iran and Anatolia. Also included are lavish gem-studded weapons from royal courts in the Ottoman world and India. Each piece is handsomely photographed, with a detailed discussion of its technical, historical, and artistic importance. Made by master artisans in conjunction with leading designers, goldsmiths, and jewelers, these stunning objects demonstrate how utilitarian military equipment could be transformed into striking and extravagant works of art. Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art/Distributed by Yale University Press
LC Classification Number
NK6608.9
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