New Aesthetics of the Abbasids and Art of Samarra
The article is devoted to the Arab aesthetic conception of art of the beautiful life formed at the most successful period of the Caliphate under the Abbasid dynasty rule. Samarra that was a state capital at IXth century has become a popular subject for art studies. The reason for this interest is the originality of the city that existed during the limited period of time and is rich in works of art. Special attention is given to the Caliphs palaces that embody the aesthetic ideals of the Abbasids.