How has the exchange between Indian and Islamic cultures influenced the development of textile art, such as the production of intricate carpets and textiles in regions like Kashmir?
How did the use of geometric patterns in Islamic art reflect theological concepts, and what are some examples of these patterns in different forms of art and architecture?
What are the distinctive features and motifs commonly found in traditional Indian temple architecture, and how do they serve religious or cultural purposes?
How does the representation of religious themes in Islamic art differ from that in Indian art, particularly when comparing the portrayal of divine figures and the use of aniconism?
In what ways did the trade routes, such as the Silk Road, contribute to the exchange and fusion of artistic techniques and motifs between Indian and Islamic cultures?
What are the distinguishing features of Islamic calligraphy, and how has it been incorporated into various art forms such as architecture, ceramics, and textiles?
