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AP Art History

Category - West and Central Asia

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Which of the following is true about Islamic art and architecture?
  1. Islamic artists popularized flower arranging rather than depicting human or animal forms in art.
  2. Elaborate pyramids and sculptures were the most important contributions to Islamic architecture.
  3. Art focused upon ornate Arabic calligraphy and abstract geometric patterns.
  4. Most Islamic art was ultimately derived from classic Greek and Roman art patterns.
Explanation
Answer: C - Islamic art and architecture focused upon ornate Arabic calligraphy and abstract geometric patterns.

Key Takeaway: Islamic art includes fields as varied as architecture, calligraphy, painting, and ceramics, among others. Typically, Islamic art focuses upon the depiction of patterns and Arabic calligraphy. This is because many Muslims believe that the depiction of the human form is idolatry and thereby a sin against Allah, which is forbidden in the Qur'an
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