Calligraphy
Calligraphic art has been the accepted visual art form in the Islamic world throughout history, perhaps because the artist had freedom to express his creativity without worrying about fundamental restrictions. The political changes that forced other artists to flee their homeland or change their profession did not affect the calligraphic artist as much, although there were fewer customers for their art. Today calligraphy can be found in tilework on ancient mosques and as paintings in studios throughout the Muslim world.
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