Safavid

Persian architecture with domes and tilework.

Overview

Safavid architecture, using brick and tile, features grand domes and intricate mosaics, prominent in 16th-18th century Iran.

Core Characteristics

• Grand domes, arches.
• Ornate tilework, symmetry.
• Islamic prevalence.

Notable Examples

• Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque (Iran, 1619, Safavid).
• Ali Qapu Palace (Iran, 17th century, Safavid).

Architectural Connections

• Islamic: Ornamental focus.
• Religious: Mosques, palaces.
• Islamic Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Led by Safavid craftsmen, it influences Persian design.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Mosaic (technique), Symmetry (theory), Dome (element), Mughal Architecture (movement)