Jamila Patanwala is a contemporary Islamic artist, based in Dubai. “My work is a reflection of my roots, and I strive to ...

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Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the Qatar Museums HE Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad Al-Thani, inaugurated the exhibiti ...

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In the annals of political protest this century, few objects have proved as unassuming yet potent as the shoe. Once a utilitarian item meant solely for protection and mobility, the shoe has, over the ...

Once a vibrant repository of Central and South Asian heritage, the National Museum of Afghanistan held tens of thousands of ...

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Medieval art was anything but simple – every detail had meaning. In this video, we dive into some of the most well-known medieval paintings to uncover the hidden symbolism woven into the imagery.

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Emanuel Friedman, whose gallery is hosting the art show, said the collection will find a home in museums “for years and years to come.” “By accident, I became a symbol of hope,” Kozlov ...

Some of the paintings employ imaginative compositions, forming recognisable Qatari symbols and landmarks ... workshops focused on Islamic decorative art and Arabic calligraphy, teaching aspiring ...