Author: Jensen, Curt v. ; editor : [ Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, School of Architecture ]
Title: al-Madrasa al-Gawhariya : A Restoration Project in Cairo
Description: Copenhagen, Royal Danish Academy, 1996. orig. wrappers. 22x23cm, 185 pp.. ISBN: 8787136155. Minor wear. VG. ¶ Includes textual photos, maps & plans. Contents: History & Backround of the Project; Description of the Madrasa al-Gawhariya; The Form & Content of the Calligraphic Inscriptions; The Static Conditions of the Mausoleum Dome; The Lantern's Lead Roof; The Conservation Work; Painting Technique Used for the Ceilings; The Roof of the Main Iwan; Conservation, Gilding & Painting Work in the Courtyard and Mausoleum; Decoration and Restoration of the Dome.

Keywords: 8787136155 Medieval Egypt, Islamic Cairo, Architecture, Architectural, History, Restoration, , ,