Ataurique
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ataurique is a noun meaning The use in art or architecture of a repeating decorative motif consisting of a vegetal or floral pattern, especially as formerly practised in Islamic Spain and North Africa.
Meaning
The use in art or architecture of a repeating decorative motif consisting of a vegetal or floral pattern, especially as formerly practised in Islamic Spain and North Africa.
Example Sentences
Completing the decoration are stylized ataurique motifs distinguished by asymmetrical leaves.
The profusion of ataurique throughout the palaces reminds us of their interdependence with the gardens that they frame or look out upon.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include arabesk, arabesque, acrography, ornature, areostyle, aroura.
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