Damascus Tiles: Mamluk and Ottoman Architectural Ceramics from Syria (Compact Edition)

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Arthur Millner Sheila Canby

Damascus Tiles

Mamluk and Ottoman Architectural Ceramics from Syria (Compact Edition)

Arthur Millner, Sheila Canby

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Prestel Verlag
01 December 2025

Ceramic arts, pottery, glass; Decorative arts; History

Now repackaged in a smaller, reduced priced edition, this highly acclaimed book by a leading Islamic art expert explores one of art history's most overlooked treasures-the vibrant ceramic tiles of Syria and especially its capital Damascus.

Architectural ceramic decoration is one of the most celebrated manifestations of the arts of Islam. Spanning a period from the thirteenth to the twentieth century, the tiles featured in this book exhibit a rich range of influences from Persia, Turkey, China and even Europe.

A renowned specialist in the fields of Islamic and Indian art, Arthur Millner explores the historical context that allowed the uniquely creative achievement of Syrian craftsmen to flourish, and why tiles from this region are less restricted in artistic expression than those from better-known centers of production.

The complex and interconnected nature of tile designs, techniques and color palettes is explored, highlighting what is distinctive about Damascus ceramics and how they relate to tiles produced in other parts of the Islamic world. Finally, the author traces the journey made by many of these tiles to the West, embellishing the interiors of wealthy clients as Islamic art became both fashionable and influential in late nineteenth century art and design.

This edition has been updated with additional information, as well as reflecting recent academic research and events in the region.

AUTHOR: Arthur Millner writes and lectures widely on Indian and Islamic Art and is a member of the Indian and Islamic Vetting Committee at Frieze Masters art fair, in London. He works as a consultant to Olympia Auctions, a specialist London saleroom. His most recent book is Indian Tiles: Architectural Ceramics from Sultanate and Mughal India and Pakistan published by Prestel.

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PERFECT FOR people interested in Islamic art, ceramics and the history and culture of the Middle East and Syria in particular, including academics like art historians, historians and visual artists like graphic designers .

NEW EDITION WITH UPDATED, ADDITIONAL INFORMATION as well as reflecting recent academic research and events in the region. .

ARTHUR MILLNER IS A LEADING ISLAMIC ART EXPERT and his texts are written very comprehensively .

PAGE AFTER PAGE WITH INCREDIBLE DESIGNS: This magnificent volume is lavishly illustrated with almost 400 stunning photographs.

380 colour, 8 b/w illustrations

By: Arthur Millner
Foreword by: Sheila Canby
Imprint: Prestel Verlag
Country of Publication: Germany
Dimensions: Height: 300mm, Width: 257mm, Spine: 27mm
Weight: 2.143kg
ISBN: 9783791393902
ISBN 10: 3791393901
Pages: 320
Publication Date: 01 December 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Other merchandise
Publisher's Status: Unspecified

Arthur Millner writes and lectures widely on Indian and Islamic Art and is a member of the Indian and Islamic Vetting Committee at Frieze Masters art fair, in London. He works as a consultant to Olympia Auctions, a specialist London saleroom. His most recent book is Indian Tiles: Architectural Ceramics from Sultanate and Mughal India and Pakistan published by Prestel.