adjective
- Of, relating to, or characteristic of Moorish art, architecture, or design, especially the ornamental style featuring intricate geometric patterns and arabesques.
Usage: Often capitalized as 'Moresque' when referring to historical Moorish styles.; Also spelled 'morisk' in some contexts.
noun
- A style of ornamental design or decoration inspired by Moorish art, characterized by elaborate geometric and floral patterns.
Usage: Often used in art history and design contexts.
Examples
- The palace featured moresque tilework with intricate geometric patterns throughout its halls.
- The architect incorporated moresque elements into the building's facade.
- Moresque designs were popular in European decorative arts during the Renaissance.
- The interior displayed a beautiful moresque style with arabesques and calligraphy.
- She collected examples of moresque pottery from the Islamic period.