Adapt Islamic Architectural Art to Chinese Conditions——Basic Issues and Significance Analysis
In the historical process of adapting Islam to Chinese conditions,Islamic architecture art in China has experienced a rich tapestry of evolution,including the replacement of circular forms with square forms in geometric designs,focusing on lingering charm instead of rhythm,the corresponding of light and shadow,and creating integrated internal and external environments.In terms of architectural styles,the distinctive characteristics of Chinese Islamic architecture such as the Gate,the Hall of Worship,Gongbei,and Eight Diagrams Pavilions exhibit a hierarchical structure,symbolizing a pursuit of transcendence.Regarding decorative patterns,auspicious and celebratory motifs have supplanted geometric designs,incorporating distinctively Chinese elements such as inscribed plaques and couplets,with Chinese characters and scriptural characters.When elucidating the significance of Chinese Islamic architectural art,the theory of imagery holds precedence over the Western theory of symbolism.