Typically, though not entirely, Islamic art has focused on the depiction of patterns, whether purely geometric or floral, and Arabic calligraphy, rather than on figures, because it is feared by many Muslims that the depiction of the human form is idolatry and thereby a sin against God, forbidden in the Qur'an.
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Media. So, one piece of art can be made of one medium or
several media. If you've ever been to an art museum or gallery, you've
probably seen those little signs next to each piece that look something
like this:
'Oil on Canvas'
'Tempera on Wood'
'Ink on Silk
