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    Islamic art refers to visual arts produced in the Islamic world from the 7th century to present. It encompasses various mediums including architecture, calligraphy, textiles and more. One defining characteristic is its emphasis on geometric and floral patterns used decoratively. Another important aspect is calligraphy, which is considered one of the highest art forms and is used to inscribe religious and secular texts. Islamic architecture also varies greatly from simple structures to grand palaces and mosques. Overall, Islamic art is diverse, dynamic, and recognizable due to its focus on patterns, calligraphy, architecture, and colors.

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    Islamic art refers to visual arts produced in the Islamic world from the 7th century to present. It encompasses various mediums including architecture, calligraphy, textiles and more. One defining characteristic is its emphasis on geometric and floral patterns used decoratively. Another important aspect is calligraphy, which is considered one of the highest art forms and is used to inscribe religious and secular texts. Islamic architecture also varies greatly from simple structures to grand palaces and mosques. Overall, Islamic art is diverse, dynamic, and recognizable due to its focus on patterns, calligraphy, architecture, and colors.

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    Islamic art refers to visual arts produced in the Islamic world from the 7th century to present. It encompasses various mediums including architecture, calligraphy, textiles and more. One defining characteristic is its emphasis on geometric and floral patterns used decoratively. Another important aspect is calligraphy, which is considered one of the highest art forms and is used to inscribe religious and secular texts. Islamic architecture also varies greatly from simple structures to grand palaces and mosques. Overall, Islamic art is diverse, dynamic, and recognizable due to its focus on patterns, calligraphy, architecture, and colors.

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    Islamic art refers to visual arts produced in the Islamic world from the 7th century to present. It encompasses various mediums including architecture, calligraphy, textiles and more. One defining characteristic is its emphasis on geometric and floral patterns used decoratively. Another important aspect is calligraphy, which is considered one of the highest art forms and is used to inscribe religious and secular texts. Islamic architecture also varies greatly from simple structures to grand palaces and mosques. Overall, Islamic art is diverse, dynamic, and recognizable due to its focus on patterns, calligraphy, architecture, and colors.

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    Islamic art refers to the visual arts produced in the Islamic world from the 7th century to the

    present
    day. This art encompasses a wide range of mediums and styles, including architecture, calligraphy,
    textiles, ceramics, metalwork, and painting.
    One of the defining characteristics of Islamic art is its emphasis on geometric and floral patterns,
    which are often used to decorate architectural elements such as tilework and mosaics, as well as
    textiles, ceramics, and other decorative objects. These patterns, which are known as arabesque, are
    believed to symbolize the infinite nature of God and the interconnectedness of all things.
    Another important aspect of Islamic art is calligraphy, which is considered to be one of the highest
    forms of art in the Islamic tradition. Calligraphy is used to inscribe religious texts, such as the
    Quran, as well as secular texts, such as poetry and inscriptions on buildings and monuments. The
    script used in calligraphy is typically Arabic, and it is often highly stylized and decorated with
    intricate patterns.
    Islamic architecture is also a significant aspect of Islamic art, and it encompasses a wide range of
    styles and types of buildings, from the simple mud-brick structures of rural villages to the grand
    palaces and mosques of cities like Istanbul and Baghdad. One of the most iconic examples of
    Islamic architecture is the mosque, which typically features a large central courtyard surrounded by
    arcades, with a central prayer hall that is topped by a dome or a series of smaller domes.
    Islamic art is also known for its use of vibrant colors, and this is particularly true for the ceramics
    and glassware produced during the Islamic Golden Age. The artisans of this era developed new
    techniques for creating intricate designs and patterns on pottery and glass, and they also developed
    new glazes and pigments that allowed for a wide range of colors and effects.
    Islamic art has a rich history and continues to be an important part of the cultural heritage of the
    Islamic world. It is a blend of various cultures and traditions, reflecting the diversity of the Islamic
    civilization and its interactions with other cultures. Islamic art has also been influential to other art
    forms in the world. The use of geometric patterns and calligraphy in Islamic art has been an
    inspiration for many contemporary artists.
    In summary, Islamic art is a diverse and dynamic field that encompasses a wide range of mediums
    and styles. Its focus on geometric and floral patterns, calligraphy, architecture, and use of vibrant
    colors, make it one of the most recognizable and important forms of art in the world.

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