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Saudi art biennale seeks to modernise Islamic tradition
Under a vast canopy of tents in the Saudi city of Jeddah, religious artefacts are on display alongside contemporary art ...
The Art Newspaper13d
An entwining of the past and present: how history and modernity inform Islamic art in the 21st century
The organisers of the Islamic Arts Biennale have ceased trying to define Islamic art in favour of encouraging full expression ...
Saudi Press Agency15d
Islamic Arts Biennale Showcases Treasures of Islamic Civilization and Contemporary Art
The Islamic Arts Biennale will also feature unique works of contemporary art that highlight the continued artistic contributions of Islamic civilization, allowing visitors to learn about ways of ...
gulftoday16d
Salwa Saleem’s art flowers with roots in architecture and stems in painting
Muhammad Yusuf, Features Writer Visual artist and architect Salwa Saleem says she has a “passion for creating meaningful Islamic art that blends ...
Arab Times17d
Islamic Arts Biennale in Jeddah: A unique showcase of past and present art forms
The Biennale, which runs until May 25 and is titled "And in Between," is the first of its kind in the world, dedicated to celebrating Islamic arts. It offers a unique platform for reflection, renewal, ...
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The radiance of Islamic art : masterpieces from the Museum of Islamic art in Berlin
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BBC28d
Exhibition shows boxing and calligraphy 'both art'
"Boxing is an art that has to flow and have a rhythm, just like calligraphy. "If you strip a lot of things back, it's all just about mental strength, discipline and self-control. "Boxing's just ...