البعد الديني وأثره في التشكيل الزخرفي، على مجموعة من التراكيب الرخامية الإسلامية الباقية بمحافظة المنوفية ﺗﻄﺒﻴﻘﺎً (ﻡ ۱۹۱۲ - ۱۸۸۱ / ھ ۱۳۳۱ - ۱۲۹۹)

Abstract

The art and archaeological study of a unique collection of marble compositions in Sersmos village, Menoufia Governorate, which are not registered as Islamic monuments, is very significant given the fact of a few number of these particular marble compositions in cemeteries in rural regions compared with a large number of wooden compartments.This research is conducted for detailed descriptive study of characteristics and art features of each composition to highlight the religious dimension and its impact on the decorations; writings, in particular Quranic verses, doaa, funeral and historical writings. The research studies these holy verses and their significance and compatibility with the nature and function of the compositions. In addition, the decorations include plants, lush trees, flowers and the fruits of Paradise represent a prominent role in the decorative formation.The research adopts a descriptive approach through field study for the decorative formation of this unique collection. In addition, adopts an analytical approach through sources and references, and their characteristics and features to highlight the religious impact in implementation. Also, a comparative study with other contemporary compositions.The research views the risks and challenges to this unique unregistered collection, and recommends immediate protection and registration as Islamic monuments in order to maintain their significant value.