Paperback. A tribute to HE Sheikh Saoud bin Mohamed bin Ali Al Thani, who was so influential in the constitution of collections for Qatar Museums and the state of Qatar.Following the 10-year anniversary celebrations of the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA), A Falcon's Eye is a timely exhibition that honours the work and legacy of HE Sheikh Saoud bin Mohamed bin Ali Al Thani. A Falcon's Eye is named for Saoud's discerning eye, but this catalogue also sheds light on his character; and his exquisite and eclectic taste.The book introduces Sheikh Saoud as the passionate visionary who laid the foundation of the collections at Qatar Museums; it unveils his far-reaching interests which include the natural sciences, antiquities, gems and jewels, paintings, decorative arts and photography. All objects are masterworks and a tribute to the exquisite taste and great knowledge of one of the most distinguished art connoisseurs of the modern world. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Title: A Falcons Eye (Arabic edition) (Paperback)
Publisher: Skira, Milan
Publication Date: 2020
Language: English
ISBN 10: 8857243478
ISBN 13: 9788857243474
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new

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A tribute to HE Sheikh Saoud bin Mohamed bin Ali Al Thani, who was so influentialin the constitution of collections for Qatar Museums and the state of Qatar.Following the 10-year anniversary celebrations of the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA),A Falcon’s Eye is a timely exhibition that honours the work and legacy of HE SheikhSaoud bin Mohamed bin Ali Al Thani. A Falcon’s Eye is named for Saoud’s discerning eye,but this catalogue also sheds light on his character; and his exquisite and eclectic taste.The book introduces Sheikh Saoud as the passionate visionary who laid the foundationof the collections at Qatar Museums; it unveils his far-reaching interests which includethe natural sciences, antiquities, gems and jewels, paintings, decorative arts andphotography. All objects are masterworks and a tribute to the exquisite taste and greatknowledge of one of the most distinguished art connoisseurs of the modern world.

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