Where does one draw the line between truth and fiction here?
Now, that really intrigues me, Ivan. Why is it forbidden to draw the human form in Islamic countries? For hundreds of years the pre-Islamic city of Mecca had been a Pantheon of Idolatry for many established deities. When Mohammed introduced Islam he destroyed the idols and established the Kaa’ba as the most Holy place of Pilgrimage for Muslims. The creation and display of all Christian art which in those days consisted of Grecian pottery designs and Roman murals that portrayed human orgies, as well as Hindu and Egyptian sculptures, was regarded by Mohammed and his followers, as an expression of idolatry. Even Greek statues were considered a direct insult to God. Consequently, they were outlawed as pagan. Presented with these restrictions, artisans and craftsmen gave birth to a new era of artistic expression. Sophisticated geometric designs flourished in the form of magnificent architecture and calligraphy, a lot of it was destroyed by the invading Mongol armies, but a rich heritage rem
