Procedural interplay of art and technology in Seljuk mausoleum across empire phases: a chronological and comparative analysis

Seljuk mausoleum architecture evolved through a dynamic interplay of art and technology, revealing distinct phases marked by material-driven ornamentation in the Early phase (1037–1063 CE), advanced craft-based techniques in the Middle phase (1063–1100 CE), and a complex synthesis of form and decoration in the Late phase (1100–1194 CE). This evolution, shaped by cross-cultural influences from Persian, Byzantine, Armenian, Central Asian, and Turkic traditions, defined Seljuk architectural innovation. The study's chronological and comparative analysis of key examples—including Gonbad-e Qabus, Kharāqan Towers, and Mausoleum of Sultan Sanjar—demonstrates how ornamentation and structure were interdependent elements, offering a framework for analyzing integrated design in broader architectural contexts.

Nazer, Z., Rabb, P.,. (2025). Procedural interplay of art and technology in Seljuk mausoleum across empire phases: a chronological and comparative analysis. Journal of Art and Architecture Studies, 14(1), 1–12. https://doi.org/10.54203/jaas.2025.1