FAQ About The Influence of Islamic Art on Global Aesthetics
What is Islamic art and how is it defined?
Islamic art encompasses a wide range of visual arts produced in the lands historically ruled by culturally Islamic populations. It is characterized by its intricate patterns, calligraphy, and the use of geometry as a dominant decorative motif. Unlike religious art in other cultures, Islamic art is less focused on the depiction of figures and more on aniconism, with extensive use of arabesques and tessellations.
