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  1. Iwan - Wikipedia

    Iwan is a Persian word that was subsequently borrowed into other languages such as Arabic and Turkish. [6] The New Persian form is eyvān and its etymology is unclear. [7] A theory by …

  2. What Is Iwan In Islamic Architecture - homeinteriorz.com

    Nov 24, 2025 · Iwans, a type of vaulted space in Islamic architecture, are a rectangular hall with walls on three sides and an open side, decorated with a vaulted roof. They were invented in …

  3. Iwan — definition & quiz | Ultimate Lexicon

    The iwan has evolved through various cultures and periods but remains emblematic of Islamic architecture’s grandeur and adaptability. Originating in Persia, its use spread across the …

  4. Iwan - Oxford Reference

    Jan 6, 2026 · Overview iwan Quick Reference In Islamic architecture, a vaulted space used as an entrance, or, if closed at one end, a hall facing a court in a madrasa or mosque. From C11 four …

  5. Iwan - Wikiwand

    An iwan is a rectangular hall or space, usually vaulted, walled on three sides, with one end entirely open. The formal gateway to the iwan is called pishtaq, a ...

  6. Iwan Definition - AP Art History Key Term | Fiveable

    An iwan is a rectangular-shaped, vaulted space with one open side, often found in Islamic architecture. It serves as an entrance or a central hall within a building.

  7. IWAN Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of IWAN is a large hall or audience chamber often open on one side and found in Parthian architecture.

  8. Harry Potter Audiobook: Iwan Rheon, Blake Harrison on Lupin ...

    4 hours ago · 'Harry Potter' audiobook stars Iwan Rheon and Blake Harrison talk playing Lupin and Peter Pettigrew.

  9. Iwan - Wiktionary, the free dictionary

    4 days ago · Iwan in Polish dictionaries at PWN “Iwan”, in Internetowy słownik nazwisk w Polsce [Internet dictionary of surnames in Poland], 2025-2030

  10. The Iwan Foundation - Grantable

    The Iwan Foundation is a Sarasota-based philanthropic organization focused on education, health, and human services, operating across several U.S. states and Mexico, with expenses …