The History of Pattern · Art History & Culture
Islamic Geometric Design
Investigating the mathematical beauty and symbolism of repeating geometric patterns.
Key Questions
- 1How does repetition create a sense of infinity or order?
- 2What happens to a pattern when one small part is changed?
- 3Why are certain shapes used more often than others in this style?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
KS2: Art and Design - Pattern and DesignKS2: Art and Design - Art History and Culture
Year: Year 3
Subject: Art and Design
Unit: The History of Pattern
Period: Art History & Culture
Suggested Methodologies
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