Arabesque Collection (page 8)

OVID: METAMORPHOSES. Woodcut page by Bernard Salomon, featuring an illustration of Venus and Pluto, from a French translation of Ovids Metamorphoses, printed at Lyon in 1557

TITLE BORDER, 1573. A title border made from typographic arabesque units. Antwerp, Belgium, 1573

Pair Creates An Arabesque
Berlin, Germany: c.1937. With a matching arabescque, this ice skating pair poses for the camera

Ballet dancer, artwork F006 / 7280
Ballet dancer, computer artwork

Ballet dancer, artwork F006 / 7279
Ballet dancer, computer artwork

Asia; India; Agra. Taj Mahal

Entrance to the Medina, Souq, Bab Boujeloud (Bab Bou Jeloud) (Blue Gate), Fez, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Blue tiled archway of the Bab Bou Jeloud city gate to medina, Fez, Middle Atlas, Morocco, Africa

Nishike brocade with paulownia arabesque, with red background. Drawing shows bright floral, leaf, and vine designs for kimonos. Date between ca. 1750 and 1900

Donsu, damask with light green peony arabesque

Menara Airport, Marrakech, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

The Dolly Sisters in Oh Les Belles Filles, Paris
The Dolly Sisters wearing their Arabesques costumes in Oh Les Belles Filles, Palace Theatre, Paris, 1923 1923

Couple dancing the polka on a music sheet
A couple wearing ermine-trimmed costumes dance the polka hand in hand on a music sheet entitled The Musical Bouquet. The music itself consists of The Redowa and Polish Polkas composed

ADAMS (1767-1848)
John Quincy Adams sixth president of the United States

Lord Nelson / San Josef
HORATIO, LORD NELSON English naval officer receiving the Spanish Admirals sword on board the San Josef, Teneriffe, 14 February 1797

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"Arabesque: A Journey through Time and Culture" Step into the enchanting world of arabesque, a mesmerizing art form that transcends borders and centuries. From the picturesque Curtea de Arges Monastery in Romania to the vibrant Alhambra in Spain, this captivating design has left its mark on countless landmarks. In 1876-77, Edgar Degas immortalized the elegance with his pastel on canvas masterpiece titled "Arabesque. " The delicate lines and graceful movements captured in his artwork evoke a sense of beauty and fluidity. Venturing further into Andalusia, Granada's Alhambra reveals ornate arches adorned with intricate arabesques. These breathtaking designs transport visitors back to a time when Islamic influence flourished in Spain. Delving deeper into history, we discover a bed valance from 1532-36 crafted from silk and linen. Its exquisite arabesque patterns showcase the skillful craftsmanship prevalent during that era. Seville's El Real Alcazar de Sevilla enchants visitors with its Courtyard of the Maidens, where stunning Arab-inspired architecture can be found. The interplay between light and shadow accentuates every curve and detail. The ancient city of Pompeii also bears witness to the allure through its wall paintings adorning various houses. These remnants serve as reminders of an artistic tradition that stood strong even amidst tragedy. As twilight descends upon Granada's Alhambra, it casts an ethereal glow over the Hall of Two Sisters. Here, intricate carvings intertwine seamlessly with geometric motifs forming elaborate arabesques that seem to dance under moonlight. Beyond architectural marvels lies another facet - contemporary expressions through sepia-toned Christmas cards or moments captured during Ramadan at Mecca's Grand Mosque. Arabesques continue to inspire artists across cultures today while remaining deeply rooted in Islamic heritage.