Moslem Architecture: Its Origins And Development is a book written by Giovanni Teresio Rivoira in 1918. The book is an in-depth exploration of the origins and evolution of Islamic architecture, covering the period from the early days of Islam to the 19th century. Rivoira examines the various influences that have shaped Islamic architecture, including the Byzantine, Sassanian, and Roman styles. He also explores the development of Islamic architectural forms, such as the dome, minaret, and courtyard, and the use of intricate ...
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Moslem Architecture: Its Origins And Development is a book written by Giovanni Teresio Rivoira in 1918. The book is an in-depth exploration of the origins and evolution of Islamic architecture, covering the period from the early days of Islam to the 19th century. Rivoira examines the various influences that have shaped Islamic architecture, including the Byzantine, Sassanian, and Roman styles. He also explores the development of Islamic architectural forms, such as the dome, minaret, and courtyard, and the use of intricate geometric patterns and calligraphy in decoration. The book is richly illustrated with photographs, drawings, and plans, providing readers with a visual understanding of the subject matter. Rivoira's work is considered a seminal text in the study of Islamic architecture and remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Islamic art and architecture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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