Overview

The goals and tactics of a state's ruling elite influence its artistic and architectural output, shaping the overall characteristics, orientation, and themes of its creations. Architecture reflects political ideology and historical events, showcasing the power and cultural values of the state, with implications for politics and authority. This book presents a comprehensive and nuanced exploration of the intricate interplay between art, politics, and religion within the architectural legacy of Mamluk Damascus. It sheds light on how these dynamics enrich our comprehension of the past and contribute to contemporary dialogues concerning the preservation of cultural heritage.

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Author:   Ghazwan Yaghi
Publisher:   Brill
Imprint:   Brill
Volume:   19
Weight:   0.246kg
ISBN:  

9789004696983

ISBN 10:   9004696989
Pages:   126
Publication Date:   23 May 2024
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Acknowledgments Figures Introduction 1 The Architectural Complex of the amīr Khalīl al-Tawrīzī  1 Location, Construction History, and Financing  2 The Complex’s Unique Architectural Style  3 An Architectural Description of the Various Parts of the al-Tawrīzī Complex 2 Mapping the Relationship between Architecture and Political Ideology  1 The Effect of the System of Religious Endowments (waqf) on the Architecture and Continuity of the al-Tawrīzī Complex  2 The al-Tawrīzī Endowment (waqf), a Study of Form and Content  3 Political Symbolism in Mamlūk Architecture and Manifestations of Imperial Ideology in the Architectural Complex of Khalīl al-Tawrīzī Conclusion Appendix 1: The Text of the Endowment Inscription of the amīr Khalīl al-Tawrīzī, Issued on 15th Rajab 826/23 June 1423 Appendix 2: The Arabic Text of the Endowment Inscription of the amīr Khalīl al-Tawrīzī, Issued on 15th Rajab 826/23 June 1423 Bibliography Index

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Ghazwan Yaghi (Ph.D.) is a former curator of cultural heritage and lecturer at the University of Damascus and a senior researcher at Leiden University in the Netherlands. His latest book is Mamluk Palaces and Houses in Cairo: An Archaeological and Civilizational Study (Brill 2021).

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