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Palace and Mosque at Ukhaidir: A Study in Early Mohammadan Architecture

By Gertrude Lowthian Bell
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A detailed architectural study examines the early Mohammadan palace and mosque complex at Ukhaidir, assembling measurements, plans, and illustrations to describe walls, arcades, pilasters, arches, towers, loopholes, and beam-holes. It analyses construction techniques, masonry courses, domes and ribbing, and the layout of defensive and domestic spaces, noting functions of circulation and surveillance. The author situates these features within broader origins of early Islamic building, comparing local materials and nomadic traditions with borrowings from neighbouring Hellenized and earlier architectural practices, and considers the cultural and technological factors that shaped these first monumental structures.

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Gertrude Lowthian Bell

Gertrude Lowthian Bell (1868-1926) was an English writer, archaeologist, and political officer known for her extensive travels and studies in the Middle East. She played a significant role in the establishment of modern Iraq and was a key figure in British colonial policy in the region. Bell's notable works include "Amurath to Amurath," which reflects her experiences and observations during her travels, and "Syria, the Desert & the Sown," where she documents the landscapes and cultures of Syria. Her contributions to literature and archaeology have left a lasting impact on the understanding of the Arab world.

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