1. Islamic Art Image Set Answer these questions:
As you peruse the websites for these images, make a list of commonalities among Islamic art works. Consider form, function, purpose, patron, materials, theme, etc.
What concepts of Islamic culture can you see? For instance, the Five Pillars, the prophets, etc.
What questions do you have after studying the works?

2. Hagia Sophia. Constantinople (Istanbul)
Hagia Sophia. Constantinople (Istanbul). Anthemius of Tralles and Isidorus of Miletus. 532–537 C.E. Brick and ceramic elements with stone and mosaic veneer.
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3. The Kabba. Mecca, Saudi Arabia
The Kabba. Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Pre-Islamic monument; rededicated by Muhammad in C.E.; multiple renovations. Granite masonry, covered with silk curtain and calligraphy in gold and silver-wrapped thread.

4. Great Mosque. Córdoba, Spain. Umayyad. Begun c. 785–786 C. E
Great Mosque. Córdoba, Spain. Umayyad. Begun c. 785–786 C.E. Stone masonry. Pyxis of al-Mughira. Umayyad. c. 968 C.E. Ivory.

5. Alhambra. Granada, Spain. Nasrid Dynasty. 1354–1391 C. E
Alhambra. Granada, Spain. Nasrid Dynasty. 1354–1391 C.E. Whitewashed adobe stucco, wood, tile, paint, and gilding.