Arab Painting

Arab Painting: Treasures of Asia is a comprehensive book that explores the rich history and culture of Arab painting. Written by Richard Ettinghausen, a renowned scholar in Islamic art, the book delves into the various styles, techniques, and themes that have influenced Arab painting over the centuries.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific period or region of Arab painting. It begins with an introduction to the origins of Arab painting and its development in the early Islamic period. From there, it explores the different styles and techniques that emerged during the Abbasid, Fatimid, and Mamluk periods, as well as the influence of Persian and Chinese art on Arab painting.The book also features a section on the art of the Ottoman Empire, which was heavily influenced by Arab painting. It covers the various schools of Ottoman painting, including the Istanbul, Edirne, and Bursa schools.Throughout the book, Ettinghausen provides detailed analysis of individual paintings, highlighting their unique features and significance. He also discusses the cultural and historical context in which these paintings were created, providing readers with a deeper understanding of Arab painting as a whole.Overall, Arab Painting: Treasures of Asia is a must-read for anyone interested in Islamic art and culture. It provides a comprehensive overview of Arab painting, from its origins to its influence on other art forms, and is filled with stunning illustrations that bring the paintings to life.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.