Traces Of The Calligrapher
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Author | : Mary McWilliams |
Publisher | : Museum Fine Arts Houston |
Total Pages | : 116 |
Release | : 2007 |
Genre | : Islamic art objects |
ISBN | : |
"Traces of the Calligrapher" reconstructs the intimate world of the calligrapher during the early modern period of Islamic culture, bringing together the "tools of the trade" - works in their own right that are rarely exhibited or published - and the exquisite art made with these functional objects in India, Iran, and Turkey. Drawn primarily from a prestigious private collection in Houston, the works in this fascinating book include pens, pen boxes, chests, tables, paper scissors, knives, burnishers, and book bindings of superb manufacture and design. These objects are presented with examples of calligraphy that were executed as practice exercises, occasional works, wall hangings, and manuscripts. Seen together, these rare works reveal the traces of their makers."-- Cover.
Author | : Mary McWilliams |
Publisher | : Museum Fine Arts Houston |
Total Pages | : 110 |
Release | : 2007 |
Genre | : Art |
ISBN | : |
"Traces of the Calligrapher" reconstructs the intimate world of the calligrapher during the early modern period of Islamic culture, bringing together the "tools of the trade" - works in their own right that are rarely exhibited or published - and the exquisite art made with these functional objects in India, Iran, and Turkey. Drawn primarily from a prestigious private collection in Houston, the works in this fascinating book include pens, pen boxes, chests, tables, paper scissors, knives, burnishers, and book bindings of superb manufacture and design. These objects are presented with examples of calligraphy that were executed as practice exercises, occasional works, wall hangings, and manuscripts. Seen together, these rare works reveal the traces of their makers."-- Cover.
Author | : Shen Fu |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 340 |
Release | : 1977 |
Genre | : Calligraphy, Chinese |
ISBN | : |
Author | : David Harris |
Publisher | : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley) |
Total Pages | : 128 |
Release | : 2005-05-24 |
Genre | : Art |
ISBN | : 9780756613044 |
Traces the history of Western calligraphy, demonstrates various scripts, and shows manuscripts and inscriptions from the past
Author | : Maryam D. Ekhtiar |
Publisher | : Metropolitan Museum of Art |
Total Pages | : 159 |
Release | : 2018-09-03 |
Genre | : Art |
ISBN | : 1588396304 |
"For centuries, Islamic calligraphy has mesmerized viewers with its beauty, sophistication, and seemingly endless variety of styles. How to Read Islamic Calligraphy offers new perspectives on this distinctive art form, using examples from The Met's superlative collections to explore the enduring preeminence of the written word as a means of creative expression throughout the Islamic world. Combining engaging, accessible texts with stunning new photography, How to Read Islamic Calligraphy introduces readers to the major Islamic script types and explains the various contexts, whether secular or sacred, in which each one came to be used. Beauty and brilliance emerge in equal measure from works of every medium, from lavishly illuminated Qur'an manuscripts, to glassware etched with poetic verses, to ceramic tiles brushed with benedictions. The sheer breadth of objects illustrated in these pages exemplifies the ubiquity of calligraphy, and provides a compelling introduction to this unique art form"--Publisher's description
Author | : David J. Roxburgh |
Publisher | : Museum Fine Arts Houston |
Total Pages | : 68 |
Release | : 2007 |
Genre | : Art |
ISBN | : |
The art of Islamic calligraphy developed from the 7th to the 14th century, beginning in western Arabia, spreading south to Yemen and north to the Near East, and continuing east and west to Iran, Egypt, North Africa, and Spain. This handsome book demonstrates the breadth and beauty of Islamic calligraphy across centuries and continents, as seen in rare early folios of the Qur'an. Noted scholar David J. Roxburgh begins by discussing the Qur'an, which Muslims believe to be the written record of a series of divinely inspired revelations to the Prophet Muhammad. He then analyzes Kufic script, the preeminent vehicle for writing early manuscripts of the Qur'an; reforms of calligraphy in the 10th century; and the great master Islamic calligraphers, in particular Yaqut al-Musta'simi. The beautiful reproductions of folios and bifolios validate Roxburgh's conclusion that "the miracle of the text of the Qur'an found its equal in the technical mastery of the calligrapher's practice, a miracle in its own right."
Author | : Nassar Mansour |
Publisher | : I.B. Tauris |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2011-12-15 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : 9781848854390 |
Arabic calligraphy is at once an expression of piety, aesthetic sensibility and artistic discipline. 'Muhaqqaq' was an early term which captured care, clarity and meticulousness in calligraphy. It was associated with the making of manuscripts of the Qur'an - a sacred task and one which helped to give the new Islamic order both identity and coherence. 'Muhaqqaq' energed in the eleventh century as the name for one of six classical scripts. This is the first book devoted entirely to 'muhaqqaq' tradition. Nassar Mansour, himself a highly respected calligrapher, here traces the development of 'muhaqqaq'. His book also presents examples of his own work in muhaqqaq whish demonstrate the enduring value of this script for today. This is an invaluable and beautifully executed reference work on Islamic calligraphy, which will attract art historians and practitioners alike.
Author | : Louise Boudonnat |
Publisher | : Seuil |
Total Pages | : 224 |
Release | : 2003 |
Genre | : Calligraphy, Japanese |
ISBN | : |
In Japanese calligraphy, each stroke is rich with meaning, each character speaks volumes. Traces of the Brush provides the first illustrated history of this unique art. The authors explore its many styles and genres and investigate the calligrapher's tools - paper, ink, and brush. Interwoven with excerpts of literature and poetry, the text immerses the Western reader in the spirit of Japanese calligraphy. Abundant full-color illustrations make this book a feast for the eyes.
Author | : Wendan Li |
Publisher | : University of Hawaii Press |
Total Pages | : 281 |
Release | : 2010-05-31 |
Genre | : Foreign Language Study |
ISBN | : 0824860691 |
Suitable for college and high school students and those learning on their own, this fully illustrated coursebook provides comprehensive instruction in the history and practical techniques of Chinese calligraphy. No previous knowledge of the language is required to follow the text or complete the lessons. The work covers three major areas: 1) descriptions of Chinese characters and their components, including stroke types, layout patterns, and indications of sound and meaning; 2) basic brush techniques; and 3) the social, cultural, historical, and philosophical underpinnings of Chinese calligraphy—all of which are crucial to understanding and appreciating this art form. Students practice brush writing as they progress from tracing to copying to free-hand writing. Model characters are marked to indicate meaning and stroke order, and well-known model phrases are shown in various script types, allowing students to practice different calligraphic styles. Beginners will find the author’s advice on how to avoid common pitfalls in writing brush strokes invaluable. Chinese Writing and Calligraphy will be welcomed by both students and instructors in need of an accessible text on learning the fundamentals of the art of writing Chinese characters.
Author | : Christiane J. Gruber |
Publisher | : Indiana University Press |
Total Pages | : 305 |
Release | : 2010 |
Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
ISBN | : 0253353777 |
The rich and varied traditions of Islamic book art