The Mesmerizing Architecture of Mosques (2014)
Can someone who is knowledgeable on the topic enlighten me?I was under the impression (very possibly mistaken) that you couldn't depict human or animal forms in Islamic Art/Architecture and hence the prevalence of amazingly intricate geometry and calligraphy adorning Mosques.However I see some elaborate murals with human and animal depictions in the 5th and 9th photos in the article.Am I mistaken in my assumption? Are there restrictions on what can or cannot be depicted in Islamic Art?