Islamic Art (Mosques)

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Elements of a Mosque

Elements of a Mosque

-Originally a large open area for faithful to gather -original mosque, probably a courtyard of Mohammad's house in Medina -like churches, designed for functional purpose (prayer) -entrance in the East -in the direction of Mecca -extension diffusion of neighbouring civilizations -no native style in Arabian peninsula -first model is Hagia Sophia (when Mehmed comes into Constantinople) -totally impractical, too many resources needed

Mosques


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