The Ecological Approach to Understanding the Nature of the Amazigh Symbol of the rug from the Khenchela Region

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This article's content discusses the influence of the environment on the emergence of symbols placed on cultural products, especially traditional crafts. These symbols carry meanings and connotations, belonging to an art form that expresses and achieves social, cultural, and religious dimensions. Furthermore, these symbols are distinguished by a specific style in their production process, accompanied by a series of symbolic rituals during their creation. If art is a human characteristic, explaining its presence across diverse cultural groups worldwide, then Amazigh art exhibits other distinguishing features. Its surrounding environment plays a crucial role in highlighting its feelings towards it. Ultimately, this article aims to emphasise the meaning and essence of the most significant symbols on certain art pieces, the colours employed, the extent of the environment's influence on the emergence of Amazigh art, and the dimension it achieves by revealing topics related to daily social life.