Persian Designs and Motifs for Artists and Craftsmen Harper & Brothers Publishers

Harper & Brothers Publishers

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Persian Designs and Motifs for Artists and Craftsmen Harper & Brothers PublishersOver the centuries, Persia (Iran) has borne the brunt of periodic invasions. Elements of these foreign cultures, including Greek, Arabic, Turkish, Mongolian, and European influences, were incorporated into the native artistic tradition but transmuted by Persian artists into a highly original and uniquely Iranian style. This outstanding collection of motifs comprises over 400 examples of this rich tradition, ready for use in a multitude of design