Arts of the Islamic World

From the Dome of the Rock to the Taj Mahal, the Coronation Mantle, the Ardabil Carpet, and more...

c. 640–1924 C.E.

Beginner's guide

Want to know more about the art of the Islamic world? This is a great place to start.

Periods in Islamic art

Early period

Early period

Medieval period

Medieval period

Later period

Later period

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The art of the Islamic world includes everything from magnificent mosques to delicate miniatures, gigantic carpets to ceramic bowls.

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