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Articles related to "Islamic Art"
The Many Splendors of Islamic Art: Part I
The first of two, this article discusses some of the beautiful types of Islamic Art. islamic art • arabic art • ceramics • metalwork • glass
Third Jewel in LACMA's Crown This is about the newly acquired Madina Collection of Islamic art at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). islamic art • madina collection • muslim • islam
Arabic and Islamic Calligraphy A brief discussion of the Arabic language and Islamic calligraphy. islamic calligraphy • art • islamic art • arabic
Books for Beginners:
Searching for some good books on Islamic architecture and art? This article provides some titles worth looking into. islamic architecture • islamic art • books • resources
Islamic and Arabic Art on the Web
Looking for a virtual journey through museums displaying Islamic Art? Look no further than the web. islamic art • islam • art • arabic art • crafts
Majorelle Garden and the Islamic Art Museum Looking for a spot to cool off and relax in Marrakech? Head to the shady - and exquisite - Majorelle Garden, home to hundreds of exotic plants and an Islamic Art Museum. majorelle garden in marrakech • islamic art museum in marrakech • marrakech morocco tourist attractions • french painter jacques majorelle • yves saint laurent and pierre bergé
New Resources on Islamic Architecture
A look at the newest resources on Islamic Architecture, Art, and Islamic Gardens. islamic architecture • islamic art • islamic gardens
The Many Splendors of Islamic Art- Part II
Part II on the Splendors of Islamic Art covers calligraphy and illustrated manuscripts, and concludes the two articles. painting • color • islamic art • mosque • calligraphy
Beauty Where It May Not Be Expected The horrors of terrorist acts and bombings have uncovered new artistic vistas for the "west" to "discover" and study - the art history of Islamic cultures. For example, look at the huge influence the Moors had in Spain - the mysterious beauty of La Alhambra, flamenco music, pointed arches. Although their occupation was hated and fought, their artistic influence is now loved and revered. Good can appear from bad, for those who are open to it. islamic • islam • arab • arabic • art
Islamic Art of Self Reflection According to the Quran there are three basic levels, or stages, to the human soul's spiritual growth; nafsi ammara, nafsi lawwama, and nafsi mutmainna. self reflection in islam • three stages in self (nafs) in islam • islamic spiritual growth • nafsi ammara • nafsi lawwama
Islamic Calligraphy Stamp Reissued
The US Postal Service's "Eid Stamp", which had come under attack post-September 11, has reportedly been reissued. Read more about it in this article. eid stamp • islamic calligraphy • art • september 11 • islam
Carboni to Head Art Gallery of Western Australia Stefano Carboni, Curator and Administrator of Islamic Art at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, has been appointed Director of the Art Gallery of Western Australia. art museums • stefano carboni • curator administrator of islamic art • the metropolitan museum of art • art gallery of western australia
A Short Trip to Pakistan An introductory article that deals with a short geographical location and history of Pakistan, its climate, along with some of the most prominent features in it culture. pakistan • culture • traditions • sindh • punjab
Re-View Exhibition at Harvard Art Museum "Re-View" at the Harvard Art Museum showcases its three collections' holdings from ancient times through the modern era. art museum exhibitions • re-view • harvard art museum • fogg museum • busch-reisinger museum
MMA's Philippe de Montebello Soon to Retire Philippe de Montebello, Director of New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art for over 30 years, announced his retirement on January 8, 2008. director philippe de montebello retires • the metropolitan museum of art • museum of fine arts houston • the cloisters • european paintings
ArchNet: An Online Resource on Islamic Architecture
This article discusses a great new online resource for Islamic Architecture-- ArchNet.org archnet • islamic architecture • aga khan
OTHER PARIS MUSEUMS PART 1 of 2 A look at other Paris Museums paris • museums • musee du louvre • d'orsay • rodin
Tallest Buildings -The Petronas Towers The skyline of Kuala Lumpur is defined by the Petronas Towers, a symbol of Malaysia's energy and dynamism. Learn why it is worth a visit. tall buildings • petronas towers • highest twin towers on land • touring malaysia • touring kuala lumpur
Berlin Museums Visitor Information Berlin's State Museums are amongst the best in the world with long opening hours, low admission prices (free for under-16s) with good deals when using cheap museum passes berlin top sights • museums • art galleries • berlin museums • kulturforum
British Library: Sacred An exhibition of lavishly illustrated, exceptionally rare Muslim, Christian and Jewish manuscripts is on at London's British Library and runs from 27 April - 23 Sept 2007 qur’an manuscripts • sultan baybars qur’an • lisbon hebrew bible • books of genesis • exodus
Duleep Singh Bust Sold For £1.5 M Crowning a week of extraordinary auctions in Indian and Islamic art, the marble bust of Maharajah Duleep Singh sold in London for 43 times its estimated value. art • marble • victorian sculpture • portrait bust • maharajah duleep singh
Kootenay School of Art at BC Gallery of Ceramics 3 Ceramics instructors and 9 graduate professional artists from the Kootenay School of Art present a landmark group exhibition of pottery, clay paintings and sculpture. kootenay school of art • "ksa: out there" • gallery of bc ceramics • bc potters guild • 2008 bc creative achievement awards for applied ar
Marrakesh, Morocco Marrakesh is a city known for its Djema el Fna square, its Hammams and its eclectic souks. Lose yourself in the seductive magic of this African/Arabic city. marrakesh morocco • djeema el fna souks • suuqs • tourism riads accommodation travel • marrakech
The Leaning Tower of Pisa Famous for its Leaning Tower, millions of tourists flock to Pisa to take a gander at this architectural wonder. But there is more to the city than a flawed bell tower. leaning tower of pisa • pisa italy • history of the leaning tower of pisa • baptistry of pisa • church of st. mary of the assumption
Top Museums in Berlin, Germany The National Museums in Berlin are amongst the world's greatest cultural collections and art galleries. Foremost are the Pergamon and Gemäldegallerie (Picture Gallery) berlin top sights • museums • art galleries • berlin museums • kulturforum
Volubilis - Roman Ruins in Morocco Not far from Meknes, a winding road leads from the town of Moulay Idriss to one of the great attractions in Morocco travel - the archaeological ruins of Volubilis. volubilis • ruins of ancient roman city in morocco • archaeological ruins of volubilis • roman africa • major moroccan tourist attraction
What to See in Casablanca, Morocco Casablanca may be among the least exotic of Morocco destinations, but there is plenty to see and do when traveling to this modern, bustling town. what to see in casablanca morocco • travel to casablanca morocco • casablanca tourist attractions • short history of casablanca north africa's largest • morocco destinations
Book of the Dead The Egyptian Book of the Dead, an illustrated collection of magic spells and formulas, was written on papyrus scrolls and placed in tombs to help the dead proceed to the afterlife. book of the dead • illustration • illuminated manuscript • papyrus • scroll
Overview of Islamic Gardens Part III: MUGHAL INDIA This article is on the gardens of Mughal India and breifly discusses three gardens. This is the final article of the three part series on Islamic gardens. mughal • islam • garden • architecture • islamic gardens
Overview of Islamic Gardens: MUSLIM SPAIN This article is on the gardens of Muslim Spain but specifically the Alhambra and Generalife. muslim spain • gardens • alhambra • generalife • granada
The Moors in Northern Spain We think of the Moorish culture of Spain as limited to the south of the country and Andalusia. But the north is also full of Arab monuments and influence. arab • moor • moorish • spain • mudejar
Building an Islamic Website Building an Islamic website is a great thing to do for the sake of Allah, and you can do it even if you're not a computer expert. Read this article for ideas on how to get started. islam • women • woman • muslim • muslims |
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