Sunday, October 21, 2007

tiles, wall coverings, and islamic art.


There seems to be many unifying aspects in Islamic art. There is much repetition and interconnectivity between designs. We can see this in oriental carpets or on Islamic mosques. Nature appears to have a strong influence throughout as well. It is not hard to find floral or vegetal motifs in Islamic art. Most patterns found on these works are also very geometric. It has a strong resemblance to Islamic calligraphy as well. It works well on architecture and carpets because it gives similar importance to each feature of the building. There is not a single focal point that directs attention. Overall, this repetition and interconnectivity creates a very unified and appealing image.

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