The aura of Alif : the art of writing in Islam

The aura of Alif : the art of writing in Islam

Starting with the alifA", the first letter of the Arabic alphabet that symbolizes divine beauty and exploring the fascinating aesthetic qualities of calligraphy, the book presents the contextual and symbolic intentions of writing in religion, magic, and poetry. Writing surfaces include not only...

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Main Author: Frembgen, Jurgen Wasim (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Munich, Germany ; London ; New York : Prestel , c2010
Subjects:
Arabic alphabet
Islamic art
Islamic calligraphy
Writing in art

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