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She also examined a commanding 13th century Mamluk candlestick. Defined by its architectural form and bold Kufic inscriptions, it reflects the high craftsmanship of Cairo & Damascus workshops - blending function with the era's taste for 'monumental' calligraphy.
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She was introduced to an exceptional 10th century Seljuk gold 'Hirz' (amulet). Intricately decorated in niello with vegetal patterns, this rare piece - from a private London collection (est. 1980s) - showcases the rhythmic geometry and 'divine order' of medieval goldsmithing.
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This week, our Chair, Baroness Nosheena Mobarik was invited to Orpheus Gallery for a private viewing of their Islamic collection. Exploring these works offers a vital window into a shared cultural history - championing beauty, knowledge & human experience.
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Did you know the maths we use every day is shaped by Islamic scholarship?
The decimal system, Arabic numerals, and words like algebra and algorithm all trace back to innovations that changed the world.
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The jali is more than a pattern. It's science, artistry, climate control, and cultural exchange. How did this ancient design travel from Mughal palaces to modern buildings in Delhi, Madrid and Doha?
Read our latest blog on the jali - link in bio.
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Our Chair, Baroness Mobarik, believes the Forum is a force to give credit where its due - to the thinkers, artists, architects and pioneers who built our shared civilisation. Hear more on recognising and celebrating this 👇
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Dr Noorah Al-Gailani, Curator of Islamic Collections at the British Museum, spoke of the artefacts held by the Museum that had travelled with the Vikings from the Middle East, through Europe, to end up in the UK. Learn about one of the most intriguing finds 👇
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Painter, printmaker and visual artist Jila Peacock spent years translating the poems of Hafez of Shiraz into visual calligraphic images, and then into a BAFTA-nominated film. Learn what inspired her 👇
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Speaking at our recent launch event, Farrokh Derakhshani, Director of the Aga Khan Award for Architecture, spoke about the power of architecture and how the ideas behind Islamic design transcend time and location.
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Check out some highlights from speeches by Baroness Nosheena Mobarik, Dr Noorah Al-Gailani, Farrokh Derakhshani and Jila Peacock at our launch event in the Palace of Westminster ✨
Thank you to all who attended - follow us for more posts about Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage.
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Islamic designs have influenced how art looks across the world.
From Islamic artists' use of colour to their eye for geometry and patterns - learn about how Islam has shaped the way the West sees beauty.
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Have you ever walked past St Paul's Cathedral and wondered what inspired its ornate design?
Many examples of Gothic architecture used architectural techniques from the Islamic world.
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"Islamic civilisation has influenced Britain and Europe far more than most people realise. You can see it in our architecture, our music, even in the way we think about mathematics and science."
Highlights from our launch event - follow us for more Islamic art, architecture and cultural heritage ✨
Honoured to have attended the exciting and promising launch of The Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage in Parliament on Tue 28 Oct #FIAACH along with 100+ guests. Thanks to BaronessMobarik and the Adam Foundation for the invitation. @fiaach.bsky.social #Beauty always wins!
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Thank you to our Founding Partner the Adam Foundation for supporting the launch.
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Addressing a room of more than 100 people in the Palace of Westminster, Baroness Mobarik spoke about her vision for the Forum, alongside Dr Noorah Al-Gailani (@britishmuseum.bsky.social), Prof Farrokh Derakhshani, and Jila Peacock, who each delivered inspiring presentations.
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Yesterday we celebrated the official launch of the Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage, chaired by Baroness Nosheena Mobarik ✨
#FIAACH #IslamicArt #CulturalHeritage #IslamicArchitecture
Read about the Baroness Nosheena Mobarik's vision for the Forum for Islamic, Art, Architecture and Cultural Heritage, that will showcase the contribution of Islamic thought and design to our shared civilisation 🌍
#IslamicArt #CulturalHeritage #IslamicArchitecture #FIAACH
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"Islamic art isn’t something that belongs behind glass. It’s alive. It has travelled across centuries, carried by trade, curiosity, and creativity."
Learn about our mission to build cross-cultural understanding in our inaugural blog below.
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Welcome to the Forum for Islamic Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage, and this journey of discovery and cross-cultural understanding.
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