This discussion forum focuses on the decoration and uses of ivory objects at the Umayyad court of Al-Andalus. First read the articles by Francisco Prado-Vilar (accessible via DePaul library) and Noelia Silva Santa-Cruz

This discussion forum focuses on the decoration and uses of ivory objects at the Umayyad court of Al-Andalus. First read the articles by Francisco Prado-Vilar (accessible via DePaul library) and Noelia Silva Santa-Cruz (D2L), then respond to the three questions.  

Question #1: How can the decoration of the pyxis of Al-Mughira be understood? Which interpretations of the decorative elements do you find to be convincing and why?
Question #2: How were luxury ivory objects used in the Umayyad court (politics)? Provide broad assessment and a specific exampleHow were luxury ivory objects used in the Umayyad court (politics)? Provide broad assessment and a specific example
Question #3: How did the gifts of ivory given to men differ from those given to women? Provide broad assessment and a specific example

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