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meshrebeeyeh, mashrebeeyeh, mouch-araby, mushrabiya
meshrebeeyeh, 3
meshrebeeyeh, 1
1. An elaborately turned wood screen enclosing a balcony window in an Arabic structure.
2. Such a screen otherwise used.
3. A balcony with a parapet and machicolations projected over a gate to defend the entrance; the parapet may be either embattled or plain.


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Traditional Arabic filigreed screens, mashrabiya, are used to soften and filter the natural light entering the space during the day.
The ornate mashrabiya balconies and the contemplative beauty of the central fountain courtyard are heightened by simple, modern furniture in tones of rich burgundy and deep mahogany.
The two minbars (imam's pulpits) boast delicate carving in stone and wooden mashrabiya screens, while damaged marble floors and mosaics have been patched and re-laid.
 
 
 
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