Question

How is Ottoman art similar to earlier Islamic art?

Answer 1

The Ottomans ruled over parts of the Islamic world, making Ottoman art a subcategory of Islamic Art. Many architectural advances were made within the Ottoman Empire, such as new designs in tile-work, pottery, and the discovery of new pigments. The Ottoman knotted rug became popular, and Ottoman calligraphers invented a new style of Arabic calligraphy called Diwani. Ottoman art relied heavily on contrasts in its artwork, such as utilization of realistic fine details and abstract backgrounds.

Answer 2

The Ottomans ruled over parts of the Islamic world, making Ottoman art a subcategory of Islamic Art. Many architectural advances were made within the Ottoman Empire, such as new designs in tile-work, pottery, and the discovery of new pigments. The Ottoman knotted rug became popular, and Ottoman calligraphers invented a new style of Arabic calligraphy called Diwani. Ottoman art relied heavily on contrasts in its artwork, such as utilization of realistic fine details and abstract backgrounds.