ARTS IN WEST ASIA

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  • Wusum is an Art is Saudi Arabia that are carved on rocks
  • Carpets in Saudi Arabia or Kilims are made out of sheep wool, silk, Cotton, camel and goat hair and flax. They have a wide variety of colors, designs and techniques.
  • The Rugs in Saudi Arabia have vivid colors and Geometric designs.
  • The Mashrabiya in Saudi Arabia are Windows located in the 2nd floor of Buildings.
  • Iran used to be called as Persia
  • The carpets in Iran have unique designs representing the different traditions.
  • The Rugs in Iran have designs of infinite repeat.
  • The Architectutlre in Iran is Heavily Decorated and have unique Structures. It is all about unity, continuity and Cosmic Symbolism.
  • The Carpets in Turkey is made out of wool or cotton tied with a symmetrical Knot.
  • The Pakistani Trucks also called as Jingle Trucks are heavily designed. It is believed to keep out evil spirits and attract good luck and more passengers.
  • The front of Pakistani Trucks is designed by Religious Symbols and poems below the windshield.
  • The Sides of Pakistani Trucks are for the owners or place of origin.
  • The Back of Pakistani Trucks are Giant-sized paintings of Celebrities (for advertisement) or animals.
  • The Mandala from Tibet is a spiritual and ritual symbol representing the universe. And believed to effect purification and healing.