(Originais Teachy 2023) - Question Easy of Arts

Islamic art is a rich and diverse expression that reflects the vast geography, deep history, and Islamic faith. It encompasses a wide range of artistic forms, from architecture and calligraphy to ceramics, tapestry, and metalwork. Islamic art is often influenced by religion, with the prohibition of human figurative representation leading to an emphasis on geometric patterns and calligraphy as primary means of artistic expression. Based on your knowledge of Islamic art and its relationship with faith, describe how the prohibition of human representation in Islamic art influenced the development of artistic forms such as tapestry and metalwork. In your response, reflect on the importance of calligraphy and geometric patterns in this context and how these elements are used to express the Islamic faith.