Museum of Islamic Art: The Guide (Paperback)

Julia Gonnella

ISBN 10: 0500480834 / ISBN 13: 9780500480830

Published by Thames & Hudson Ltd, London, 2022

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Paperback. A guide to the best of the collections at the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha, Qatar. With flagship architecture by I. M. Pei, an interior designed by J.-M. Wilmotte, and one of the world's finest collections of its type, the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha, Qatar, is a dazzling showcase of the artistic achievements of the Islamic world. The collection represents the highest expression of artistic culture, covering lands from Spain to Central Asia and India, and ranging in date from the early Islamic period to the nineteenth century, including metalwork, miniatures, carpets, calligraphy and ceramics. Published to coincide with the re-opening of the museum galleries, this guide brilliantly conveys the quality and significance of the Museum of Islamic Art collection, presenting key objects with explanatory texts from the museum curatorial team. A guide to the best of the collections at the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha, Qatar. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Museum of Islamic Art: The Guide (Paperback)
• Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd, London
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0500480834
• ISBN 13: 9780500480830
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

A guide to the best of the collections at the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha, Qatar.

The Museum of Islamic Art in Doha takes you on an unforgettable journey through the art and history of the Islamic world. This compact volume captures the experience in 15 chapters, 170 images, and a story spanning 1,400 years and three continents, from the Middle East to Spain, India, China, and Southeast Asia. Featuring the most remarkable works on display, including manuscripts, metalwork, glassware, ceramics, and textiles, The Guide showcases masterpieces of the collection while also exploring the stories behind their production.

Published to coincide with the relaunch of the museum’s galleries, The Guide is an indispensable companion not only to the outstanding collection but also to the remarkable history of the Islamic world.

170 color illustrations

About the Author

Julia Gonnella is the director of the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha, Qatar.