Exploring Historical Islamic Art and Architecture

The tomb of Isma'il Samani is a significant historic site known for its unique construction and design elements.

The correct answer is near Gurgan, Samanid 1006-7. The Gunbad-i Qabus is actually an ancient mausoleum located in the Golestan province of Iran. It was built in 1006-7 during the Samanid era.

Buff ware bowls were a common type of bowl used in the 10th century, particularly in areas where ceramics were popular. They were known for their durability and aesthetic appeal. Ceramics plates, glass vases, and wooden spoons were less common for serving food in that period.

Slip-painted bowls were commonly used in Samarkand during the 9th-10th century for creating ceramic pieces, not porcelain vases, wooden sculptures, or metal jewelry.

The correct answer describes the splashware bowliran10 century as being made of earthenware covered with glaze, which is common in pottery and ceramics.

The correct answer refers to the Great Mosque of Isfahan, which is an architectural masterpiece and one of the oldest mosques in Iran, with construction starting in 1088. The incorrect answers refer to other famous architectural landmarks, but none of them match the description provided in the question.

The mausoleum at Harraqan, built in 1067, is known for its unique tomb towers which are the main architectural structures found at the site.

The minaret of jam1190 in Afghanistan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its historical and architectural significance, not for serving as a sports stadium, shopping mall, or housing complex.

The correct answer is 'bobrinsky bucket1163inlaid bronze'. This character is not from 'War and Peace', but rather a random string of words. 'Anna Karenina' is a character from Tolstoy's novel of the same name, 'Ivan Denisovich' is a character from Solzhenitsyn's 'One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich', and 'Pierre Bezukhov' is a character from Tolstoy's 'War and Peace'.

The luster bowl from Kashan1210 is known for its unique ceramic luster finish, which gives it a distinctive shine and metallic appearance.

The correct answer refers to the Al-Azhar Mosque in Cairo, which is considered the first university in the world dating back to the Fatimid era in 969 AD with its distinctive keel-shaped arches.

The correct answer is al-Hakim Mosque, which was built in Cairo in 1013 during the Fatimid period. The other options are different historical mosques located in different regions.

The correct answer is al-Aqmar Mosque, as it was indeed built by the Fatimid in Cairo in 1125. The other options are different mosques in Cairo with historical significance, but not the specific mosque built by the Fatimid in 1125.

A rock crystal ewer is a specific type of vessel or pitcher that is made from rock crystal. In this case, the ewer mentioned in the answer dates back to the Fatimid period in 975 AD.

The correct answer is Firdaws Madrasa located in Aleppo, established in 1235-6 under the Fatimid dynasty. The other options are historical madrasas or universities established in different cities and time periods under various dynasties.

The Citadel of Aleppo Syria is a 13th-century Abbasid stronghold known for its historical and architectural significance.

The correct answer refers to the Çifte Minareli Medrese in Erzurum, Turkey, known for its distinctive double minarets and construction in 1242 during the era of the Saljuq Empire.

The correct answer describes the material used to create the artisanal object, which is hammered brass inlaid with silver and copper. The incorrect answers do not accurately reflect the materials typically used in creating such intricate designs.

A canteenbrass inlaid with silver is a specific type of serving vessel typically used for carrying drinks or food.

The correct answer is Aljaferia, which is a fortified medieval Islamic palace built by the Aljaferiasargossa1050saljuq dynasty in Saragossa in 1050. The other options are famous palaces located in Spain (Alhambra), Turkey (Topkapi), and Seville (Alcazar), but they are not related to the Aljaferia palace built in Saragossa.

The correct answer is the mosque of hassanrabatalmohad1199, as it was specifically built by Hassanrabatalmohad in the year 1199.

The Pisa Griffin is the largest Islamic bronze figure from the 11th century located in Pisa, known for its historical significance and intricate craftsmanship.

The Alhambra in Granada, Spain, is a historic palace and fortress complex built during the Nasrid dynasty in the late 1300s, known for its stunning Islamic architecture and intricate decorations.

The Alhambra in Spain is a renowned palace known for its exquisite Moorish architecture and design, dating back to the 14th century. Neuschwanstein Castle is located in Germany, the Taj Mahal in India, and the Forbidden City in China are also famous architectural landmarks, but not built in 1400 as mentioned in the question.

The correct answer, a 'silk curtain', is a significant textile artifact from the 15th century Alhambra in Granada, Spain. It is known for its intricate design and historical value.

The correct answer refers to a historic mausoleum named after Uljaytu Sultan Khan, who was a ruler during the Ilkhanid period in Persia. The other options are famous landmarks from different regions of the world.

The mihrab of a mosque is specifically designed to indicate the direction of prayer (qibla) and is usually artistically embellished. In the case of the Ilkhanid Mosque in Isfahan, the mihrab is an architectural masterpiece showcasing the beauty and sophistication of the Ilkhanid period in the region.

The correct answer is Friday Mosque in Varamin, Iran, which was constructed in 1322 during the Ilkhanid period. The other options are notable mosques in Iran as well, but they were built in different locations and time periods.

Rashid al-Din was a Persian physician, historian, and statesman born in 1247. He is best known for his work on the illustrated Ilkhanid Qur'an.

The Mongol Shahnama is a Persian epic poem that was created in 1330 during the Ilkhanid period in Iran, not to be confused with other historical events such as military campaigns, religious texts, or diplomatic treaties involving the Mongol Empire.