Meaning of ataurique | Babel Free

Definitions

The use in art or architecture of a repeating decorative motif consisting of a vegetal or floral pattern, especially as formerly practised in Islamic Spain and North Africa.

uncountable

Examples

“Completing the decoration are stylized ataurique motifs distinguished by asymmetrical leaves.”

“The profusion of ataurique throughout the palaces reminds us of their interdependence with the gardens that they frame or look out upon.”

CEFR level