Polymaths in Islamic Civilisation and Beyond

Asia House Asia House 63 New Cavendish Street, London, W1G 7LP, London, England, GB

A groundbreaking exploration of the lives of multi talented humans in the Islamic world. Polymaths are exceptionally versatile humans who excel in multiple, seemingly unrelated fields. The diversity and synthesis of their knowledge allows them to make unique contributions to scholarship and society. The examples of historical polymaths most often [...]

The Smell of the Past: Perfumes, Incense and Other Olfactory Miracles

Asia House Asia House 63 New Cavendish Street, London, W1G 7LP, London, England, GB

A journey through the aromas of ancient Asia and the Mediterranean. What did the ancient world smell like? Why were frankincense and myrrh given to the infant Jesus? Why was the sweat of Prophet Muhammad the "sweetest of the perfumes"? Smells and aromas were one of the most precious commodities [...]

Beauty and Pleasure in Islamic Art

Asia House 63 New Cavendish St, London, W1G 7LP, London, Greater London, GB

Discover and handle objects that talk about beauty, pleasure and wonder. The expression of pleasure around beautiful objects is an integral part of Islamic culture. Drawing upon her vast experience in Islamic art and culture, Doris Abouseif brings together a variety of perspectives from throughout history on the aesthetic significance [...]

The Palestinian Museum Gardens: Nature, Culture and Identity

SOAS University of London 10 Thornhaugh Street, London, WC1H 0XG, London, England, GB

Discover the challenges and virtues of this epic project that joined the sweet smell of rosemary and the fragrance of thyme. The Palestinian Museum Gardens are an exploration of landscape as an expression of identity at the intersection of nature and culture. The gardens represent the dominant role of the [...]

Hello Psychaleppo

Jazz Cafe 5 Parkway, London, NW1 7PG, London, Greater London, GB

Pioneering electronic music producer and visual artist Psychaleppo brings his ‘Electro-Tarab’ sound to London for an immersive AV show BOOK TICKETS HEREHailing from one of the most musically rich cities in the Levant, Hello Psychaleppo is the brain child of Aleppian electronic music producer and visual artist Samer Saem Eldahr [...]

Art of Ottoman Floral Illumination

SAOG Studios SAOG Studios, Emerson College, ,, Forest Row, East Sussex, United Kingdom

A unique three-day practical painting workshop where participants will explore and take inspiration from exquisite silk fabrics from the Ottoman Empire. These luxurious textiles were characterised by large-scale stylised floral patterns including carnations, tulips, roses, hyacinths and cherry blossoms and highlighted by shimmering gold and silver threads which are now [...]

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DIALOGUES ON THE ART OF ARAB FASHION: Diplomacy & Dress

Online online, Rome, Belgium

DIPLOMACY & DRESS Join us on the Sofa as Rawdha Al Otaiba speaks to Dr Reem El Mutwalli on Diplomacy & Dress. Join us for our next dialogue - 'Diplomacy & Dress' OUR GUEST: RAWDHA AL OTAIBA DEPUTY HEAD OF MISSION UNITED ARAB EMIRATES EMBASSY, UK- LONDON Rawdha Al Otaiba [...]

Egyptian Applique Work in a Global World

A talk/demonstration with Hany Abdel Kader and Mohamed Abdel Wahed, two Egyptian master-stitchers who will demonstrate their ancient craft. About this Event The craft of applique work (similar to quilting) has flourished in Egypt for at least 1000 years. Traditionally used to make magnificent ceremonial tents and banners, today the [...]

2.3 DIALOGUES ON THE ART OF ARAB FASHION: INSPIRATIONAL ADORNMENT IN HER PRACTICE

Online online, Rome, Belgium

Join us for our next dialogue - 'Inspirataional Adornment in her practice'. Dr Reem El Mutwalli will be joined on the sofa by Patricia Millns FRSA - for 'Inspirational Adornment in her practice'. OUR GUEST: Patricia Millns An artist, advisor and mentor, Millns holds a BA Honours in Fine Art [...]

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2.4 DIALOGUES ON THE ART OF ARAB FASHION: HEAVENLY BODIES: MODEST FASHION INDUSTRY

Online online, Rome, Belgium

Join us for our next dialogue - 'Heavenly Bodies: Modest Fashion Industry' OUR GUEST: ALIA KHAN A visionary, founder and chairwoman of Islamic Fashion and Design Council (IFDC), an organisation established for the development of the Islamic fashion and design industry worldwide. The IFDC aligns itself with leading and budding [...]

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