LEVERAGING ARABIC CALLIGRAPHY SYSTEMS AND ISLAMIC ARCHITECTURAL SYMBOLS TO ENRICH THE AESTHETIC VALUES OF METAL PAINTING

This study aimed to investigate the potential for utilizing Arabic calligraphy and the symbols of Islamic architecture to enrich the aesthetic values of metal painting. The study presented a conceptual framework that included an exploration of calligraphy, its letters, plastic values, expressive values, and select symbols of Islamic architecture. The study employed a descriptive-analytical approach, as well as a quasi-experimental method. It examined the linear systems that can be created through various types of lines in terms of form, as well as the diverse relationships that can be achieved between those line types. An evaluation tool based on frequencies and percentages was utilized, and its validity and reliability were verified. The study sample consisted of 15 specialized arbitrators who assessed the executed metal plates. A total of 12 meta l paintings were analyzed, with their content and components described and analyzed according to the study variables. The results indicated that it is possible to benefit from linear systems in creating metal panels with diverse aesthetic values. Linear systems possess the characteristics of diversity to generate formal and expressive relationships in combination with the elements and symbols of Islamic architecture, making them suitable as a primary basis for the design and construction of metal paintings. The linear system also contributed to achieving multiple functions with the metal painting and enhancing artistic values in general. The study recommends an in-depth examination of the vocabulary of Islamic architecture and Arabic calligraphy in terms of their compositional structure, to extract the fundamental principles for creating metal panels inspired by their integration. Additionally, the study suggests adapting the aesthetic and plastic capabilities of metals and employing them in new plastic formulations, both in terms of design and performance methods.