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Mshatta Palace. 8th century. Facade. Detail

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Mshatta Palace. 8th century. Facade. Detail

Mshatta Palace. Umayyad Palace built in the 8th century near Amman, Jordan. Detail of the facade. Pergamon Museum. Berlin. Germany

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Amman Berlin Component Element Facade Fantastic Frame Grapevine Islamic Jordan Moulding Pergamon Sultan Tendril Umayyad Vine Mshatta


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Mshatta Palace: A Glimpse into the Grandeur of the Umayyad Dynasty The intricately decorated facade of Mshatta Palace, an 8th-century Umayyad architectural masterpiece located near Amman, Jordan, is a captivating testament to the artistic and cultural achievements of the Islamic Middle Ages. This detail image, now housed in the Pergamon Museum in Berlin, Germany, showcases the magnificent animal motifs, grapevine tendrils, and geometric patterns that adorned the palace's exterior walls. Mshatta Palace, built during the reign of Umayyad Caliph Walid II, is considered one of the most significant Islamic architectural sites in the Middle East. The palace's unique decorative elements, including animal figures, intertwined vines, and intricate mouldings, reflect the fusion of various artistic influences from the Sassanian, Byzantine, and Roman worlds. The detail in this image reveals the fantastic animal frames, which were once part of the palace's entrance, and the intricate vine motifs that adorned the walls. The animals, depicted with an almost playful energy, are thought to represent lions, griffins, and other mythical creatures. The grapevine tendrils, with their delicate leaves and clusters of grapes, add a natural element to the otherwise ornate design. The Mshatta Palace detail image, now a cherished component of the Pergamon Museum's collection, offers a glimpse into the grandeur and sophistication of the Umayyad court during the winter seasons of the medieval period. The intricate decorative elements of the palace's facade continue to fascinate scholars, art historians, and visitors alike, providing a window into the rich history of Islamic art and architecture.

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