The World Of Ottoman Art
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A richly illustrated survey of the artistic achievements of the Ottoman Empire, The World of Ottoman Art presents a comprehensive overview of one of the most prolific and sophisticated artistic traditions in Islamic history. Michael Levey chronicles the development of Ottoman aesthetics across architecture, manuscript illumination, ceramics, textiles, and court painting, tracing the empire's cultural ascent from its origins in fourteenth-century Anatolia to its height under the great sultans of Constantinople. With authoritative clarity, Levey illustrates how Ottoman artists synthesized Byzantine, Persian, and Central Asian influences into a distinctly imperial visual language that resonated across three continents. The result is an essential and accessible reference for anyone seeking to understand the breadth and brilliance of Turkish artistic heritage.
Author: Michael Levey
Format: Paperback
Published: 1975, Thames and Hudson
Genre: History of arts
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good to fair. Paperback. Page Condition: Good - possible tanning. Markings: possible previous owner inscription.
A richly illustrated survey of the artistic achievements of the Ottoman Empire, The World of Ottoman Art presents a comprehensive overview of one of the most prolific and sophisticated artistic traditions in Islamic history. Michael Levey chronicles the development of Ottoman aesthetics across architecture, manuscript illumination, ceramics, textiles, and court painting, tracing the empire's cultural ascent from its origins in fourteenth-century Anatolia to its height under the great sultans of Constantinople. With authoritative clarity, Levey illustrates how Ottoman artists synthesized Byzantine, Persian, and Central Asian influences into a distinctly imperial visual language that resonated across three continents. The result is an essential and accessible reference for anyone seeking to understand the breadth and brilliance of Turkish artistic heritage.