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Safavid Indigo (Safavid Binding Art) Ultra Hardback Address Book (Wrap Closure)

(Hardback)


Publishing Details

Full Title:

Safavid Indigo (Safavid Binding Art) Ultra Hardback Address Book (Wrap Closure)

Contributors:

By (Author) Paperblanks

ISBN:

9781439705292

Publisher:

Paperblanks

Imprint:

Paperblanks

Publication Date:

15th September 2023

Country:

United States

Classifications

Readership:

General

Fiction/Non-fiction:

Non Fiction

Main Subject:
Other Subjects:

Thematic journals and notebooks

Physical Properties

Physical Format:

Hardback

Number of Pages:

144

Dimensions:

Width 180mm, Height 230mm, Spine 20mm

Description

Amid the many jewels of ancient Islam, decorative bookbinding shines especially bright. Symmetry and refinement of line are the hallmarks of these bindings, which range in style from the simply tooled geometric patterns of the 14th century to the complex compositions of the 16th century.Associated with the Islamic Golden Age, Persian Safavid-style designs represented a high point in the art of the book. These bindings include centralized designs of medallions, quadrants, and plant and animal motifs, a pentagonal envelope flap closure and elaborately decorated doublures (interior covers), exquisite creations in cut-out leather, coloured papers and gilding.Our doublure-inspired book cover portrays a remarkable leather filigree pattern incorporating handtooled surfaces and motifs that retain an elegance and style even in our modern context.

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