Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Styles and Periods Facet
3. Styles and Periods (hierarchy name)
4. [styles, periods, and cultures by region]
5. European
6. Medieval styles and periods
7. Medieval (European)
8. Medieval regional styles
9. Southern European Medieval styles
10. Spanish Medieval styles

Anotations

Scope note:

Refers to the style of architecture and decorative arts on the Iberian peninsula under Muslim rule, roughly between the eighth and the 15th centuries. The style is characterized by Islamic forms and motifs such as Kufic inscriptions, animal motifs, and scrolling acacia leaves. The term is sometimes used to refer specifically to Spanish pottery, tiles, and other ceramics produced during this period, particularly those with luster pigments.