Islamic Art & Music
By Avalon & Haylee
Art
Most Muslims believe that the best art that can be created by man for use in the mosque is art that shows the underlying order and unity of nature. Discovered geometric forms therefore exemplify this perfect reality because Allah’s creation has been obscured by the sin of man.
Geometric Designs
No one knows who started geometric designs because of how old they are. Which have been derived from Byzantines, Greeks, Persians, Romans, and Central Asia.
Arabesque, Calligraphy, and geometric or polygonal designs.
They’re three types of patterning common to designs found in the Islamic world.
Common day geometric designs are the same as the old just copied due to the scientific difficulty and the natural limitations of the human mind.Calligraphy
Calligraphy is the highest form of decorative art for Muslims. When Muslims started copying the Qur’an they only felt calligraphy was worthy enough to copy the words of God. Calligraphers use sharpened reeds or bamboo dipped in ink to write on parchment and paper.
Music
Textiles
Textiles were made by weavers who wove wool, linen, silk, and cotton which would then be dyed into vivid colors. Clothes showed rank and status in the Muslim kingdom. The caliph in his court wore some of the most valuable items. Fine textiles were used as awnings for high ranked guests or during festivals.