The subject entry on "Islamic Art" in this encyclopedia of art provides a historical overview as well as an survey of developments in various artistic mediums.
Islamic art and architecture, 650-1250
Along with the following book this is the standard chronological survey of Islamic art.
The art and architecture of Islam 1250-1800
Islam and the religious arts
This survey takes a topical approach. Also covers more recent developments than other surveys.
The timeline history of Islamic art and architecture
A heavily illustrated topical survey. Check the suggestions for further reading starting on page 180.
Islamic arts
Brief survey of the arts discussed in three different time periods. Check the good suggestions for further reading starting on page 434.
Islam and Muslim art
Folio from a Khavarannama (The Book of the East) of ibn Husam al-Din.
