Question

Why are arabesques and geometric patterns prevalent in Islamic art and architecture?

a. They are valued because they are more difficult to create.
b. The use of figures in religious Islamic art is restricted.
c. They represent the prophet Muhammed as a symbol of his works.
d. They are prized as signs of wealth, devotion, and prosperity.

Answer 1

I believe it's because the use of figures in religious Islamic art is restricted.

Answer 2

The correct answer is B. The use of figures in religious Islamic art is restricted.

Explanation:

Islamic art refers to the style and features that are prevalent in architecture, embroidery, pottery, and others developed in the Islamic or Muslim World that refers to the community of people that follow Islam religion. One of the unique features in this art is the use of arabesques and geometric patterns that can be found in panels, embroidery or architectural structures that display patterns based on lines and are have existed during a long time. About this, it is considered in this type of art arabesques and patterns based on lines are used because the representation of people and animals or other figures is restricted by Islam and instead abstract patterns have been encouraged. Thus, arabesques and geometric patterns are prevalent in Islamic art because the use of figure or concrete animals or people is restricted.