Art: Middle Eastern Geometric Art
Learn how Islamic artists represented their beliefs in logic and order through the geometric patterns in their art works. Find out what star patterns mean in intricate Middle Eastern designs. Learn how to create geometric patterns using geometrical shapes. Includes photographs, drawings, and lesson plans.
教育标准
- 7,
- 8,
- 9,
- 10
申请州标准
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Geometric Patterns in Islamic Art
Read about geometric patterns in Islamic traditional ornament and click on small images to enlarge them.
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Islamic Geometrical Patterns for the Teaching of Mathematics of Symmetry
This article in the 14-page PDF file is devoted to symmetric Islamic patterns. It discusses the psychology behind star-shaped patterns, religion beliefs, and use of patterns in mathematic classes.
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Smithsonian: The Arts of Islam: Abstract Design
Find out another opinion on Koran's prohibition of portraying the god and people in arts. Include photographs of designs.
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Middle Eastern Reflections: Lesson Plan
Learn about the geometric patterns in Islamic art; explore the history and meaning behind the patterns.
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Moroccan Zillij: Geometric Tile Decoration: Lesson Plan
Learn about the Moroccan Zillij art form; incorporating color, shape and pattern in design.
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Geometry
Here are photographs of old authentic geometric patterns. Select images to enlarge them.
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Geometric Design as 'Art'
Learn how creating a geometric pattern can be an incredibly difficult task for an artist that strives for geometric perfection. Click on the "Gallery" link to view examples of modern geometric patterns and click on the "The Seasons" link to view designs that were made based on geometric art. Select the "How the Design Was Built" to learn how to create such a design.
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Decoration in Islamic Architecture
View how geometric designs are used to decorate Middle Eastern architecture.
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Symmetry and Pattern: The Art of Oriental Carpets
Now explore symmetrical geometry of Oriental carpets and compare it to Middle Eastern geometric patterns. The site includes activities for kids, images, and examples of children works. NOTE: The site leads to websites with discussion boards.
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