Islamic Constructions: The Geometry Needed by Craftsmen

Year: 2003 Authors: Raymond Tennant

Core claim

Historical Islamic tilings can be reconstructed with simple geometric methods that also support teaching symmetry, transformations, and group theory.

Topics

Islamic ornamentation, geometric constructions, classroom pedagogy, symmetry and transformations

Domains

geometry, group theory, knot theory, construction with straightedge and compass, Islamic art, tile patterns, architectural ornamentation, craft design

Methods

straightedge and compass, computer programs, tiling construction, transformations and rotations

Media

tiles, wood, fabric, mosques and mausoleums

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