IMC 2011: Sessions
Session 1320: Al-Andalus and the Perception of Luxury in Medieval Spain
Wednesday 13 July 2011, 16.30-18.00
Sponsor: | Departamento de Historia del Arte I (Medieval), Universidad Complutense de Madrid |
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Organiser: | Francisco de Asís García García, Departamento de Historia del Arte I (Medieval), Universidad Complutense de Madrid |
Moderator/Chair: | Mónica Ann Walker Vadillo, Departamento de Historia del Arte I (Medieval), Universidad Complutense de Madrid |
Paper 1320-a | Power and Luxury in Late Medieval Castilian Palaces: Between the Andalusi Tradition and European Influences (Language: English) Index terms: Architecture - Secular, Art History - General |
Paper 1320-b | Textile Magnificence in Andalusian Palatine Spaces (Language: English) Index terms: Architecture - Secular, Art History - Decorative Arts |
Abstract | Al-Andalus meant a distinguished space of culture and aesthetic refinement in medieval Iberia. These aspects were reflected, among other factors, in the appreciation that sumptuary works and books got in andalusi society. The Christian kingdoms were also fascinated by that imaginary of luxury, which was reflected in the artistic patronage of the monarchs and the nobility. Castilian palaces offer a good example of how Al-Andalus played an important role in the shaping of a lavish image among these elites. |