Islamic Art Museum
The Islamic art and culture has been shaped through centuries after the advent of Islam during the Prophethood of Muhammad (P.B.U.H). Miraj as the name suggests is to ascend or elevate. Therein, the dry lands of Arabia and the harsh environment had nothing to offer. Nevertheless, culture and art shaped in time due to religious, cultural and social developments within the region.
Inspiration
The main influence over Islamic art is Religion. Religion being the symbolistic figure of how Muslims represent themselves overall as part of the society, and yet spread the divine message of love and devotion transforming all aspect of life and thought. Therein, work became a form of worship, and art a celebration of divine beauty.
The Islamic Art and philosophy
After Islam started to spread all across the globe, philosophy and the way societies behaved under Islam also changed for good. Nevertheless, the humanistic nature to conquer and spread was all over the place as everyone thought of emerging over the others, history was shaped in a way that can be experienced none other than in museums and books that teach us about our history. Though most of the Nations at time started to establish their unique forms of expression through Art and same is the case with Islamic art which depicts its divine presence. The cultural sophistication was led by expressions such as architecture, music and literature. Therefore, we can highlight some of the key Islamic art within the Islamic Art Museum, Abu Dhabi.
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Distinct Features of Islamic Art Museum
The Museum is home to extensive collection of displays ranging from unique Islamic art pieces sourced from all around the World i.e. Egypt, Syria, Iran, India, Iraq, Pakistan, Russia. Visitors can experience collection which includes hand woven pictorial and bejewelled carpets (from Iran and parts of Turkey), silk textiles (from areas surrounding India), Royal robes, Jewelry, jewel encrusted objects, fine crafted weapons, marble pieces, Arabic calligraphy and Arabic calligraphy engraved vases and paintings. Though the Islamic Art Museum is home to many ornaments and art expressions from centuries old, the exceptional aspect is not only limited to but improves with experienced and passionate staff to brief and give a detour of the area. To boot, it is one of a kind experience for tourists to experience the culture specially the Islamic culture from centuries old.
What more to expect?
The Museum has been constructed in all its inclusivity. That being said, it has a rooftop café towards the marina-side center having panoramic views of the iconic Emirates Palace hotel and the beautiful waters of gleaming Arabian Gulf. The Museum is well structured in terms of both experiencing Islamic Art and Expression as well as a spot to relax and enjoy part of your vacations. The spot offers transport facility door-door from nearby hotels and experiencing with a group of people may be even better than visiting alone. All in all, visiting the Islamic Art Museum is an experience in itself.
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