The art of calligraphy was used to reproduce the words of the Koran in a beautiful way. Which of the following would never appear in ornamental writing of the Koran?
a. stylized arabesque motif
b. stylized floral forms
c. stylized vegetal forms
d. stylized animal forms
Ans: d. stylized animal forms
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What will be an ideal response?