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Why do you think there is so much controversy over whether figures are allowed in islamic art? some say they are as long as it is not idolatry, while others say it is prohibited? what is your opinion on the subject? explain your answer.

What is similar about the two images below? a. both contain earthlike colors. b. both reduce items to basic geometric forms. c. they share a similar composition d. they were painted by the same artist.

What is depicted in the scene above?