A Workshop in Geometric Constructions of Mosaic Designs

Year: 2010 Authors: Reza Sarhangi

Core claim

Many Persian mosaic patterns can be constructed more simply by modularity, suggesting that historical artisans may have discovered them through cut-tile methods.

Topics

mosaic design, tessellation, modularity, geometric construction, Islamic art

Domains

Euclidean geometry, tessellation theory, wallpaper symmetry, geometric constructions, Islamic geometric patterns, Persian mosaic art, tile design, craft pedagogy

Methods

compass and straightedge, cut-and-paste modularity, hands-on workshop activities, Geometer’s Sketchpad

Media

square tiles, grid paper, colored modules, Geometer’s Sketchpad

Source status

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