A History of Islamic Carpets

The history of carpet weaving in the Islamic world will be the focus of this two week course. Through the analysis of the most iconic carpets, you will learn about materials, patterns and stylistic trends but also about patrons and places of manufacture. The course will be completed by an excursus on the export of carpets from the Islamic world to Europe, mainly Italy, and an overview on the representation of carpets in the paintings of the most celebrated Renaissance artists.

Tutor: Roberta Marin MA

Term: Autumn

Day: Saturday

Time: 10am-1.15pm

Start Date: 2 December 2023

No. of weeks: 2

Full fee: £52

This course will be delivered via Zoom. Students joining our online courses would need access to a computer, laptop or tablet with a microphone (essential) and a webcam (desirable) as well as a reliable broadband connection.

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