Ślady obecności arabskiej w sztuce Półwyspu Iberyjskiego
The Traces of Arabian Presence in the Iberian Peninsula’s Fine Arts

Summary/Abstract: The present article describes the Muslims’ artistic heritage left in the area of the Iberian Peninsula in the period of expansion and development of subsequent caliphates (from 8th to 15th century). It indicates how, on the foundation of cultural diversification of the society of those times, the infiltration of styles (the art of taifas, mudéjar – among others) occurred. It describes the particular trends in the sacral, secular or military architecture, accustoming the reader with the designs, patterns and ornamenting methods. The present article also takes into consideration the most spectacular achievements (La Giralda, Torre del Oro, Alhambra – Generalife) as well as those less renowned monuments (Alfajeria in Saragossa, Casa de Mesa in Toledo, the Conventual Fortress in Merida). The presented multitude of the fields of applied craftsmanship – from the medallions to the carpets – indicates how much Spanish art owes to the Arabian influences. The included pictures aim to make the reader realise the scale of the architectural achievements and the decorating artistry. The overview describes only the artefacts – while only giving hints to the spiritual accomplishments.

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