Art History
Illustrating the Bahri Mamluks
An art historical examination of dress in Mamluk Cairo during the Bahri Dynasty (1250–1382 CE / 647–783 AH)
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About a year ago, I started work on a new children’s book manuscript where the main character is a craftsman of Khayamiyya — large applique tents used for celebratory occasions. However…