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Qatar’s Museum of Islamic Artwork Showcases Morocco’s Vibrant Heritage in Splendours of the Atlas
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
The Museum of Islamic Artwork (MIA) has launched “Splendours of the Atlas: A Voyage Through Morocco’s Heritage,” open for viewing till 8 March 2025. As a part of the Qatar-Morocco 2024 12 months of Tradition, this exhibition showcases round 200 objects, providing a wealthy narrative of Moroccan historical past, society, and inventive expression that continues to affect the nation’s vibrant tradition. The launch occasion noticed the attendance of Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa Bint Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani, Chairperson of Qatar Museums and the Years of Tradition initiative, alongside Morocco’s Princess Lalla Hasna.
The exhibition options vital loans from Moroccan establishments such because the Nationwide Basis of Museums and the Nationwide Library of Rabat, marking their first show in Qatar. Beforehand unseen items from the collections of Qatar Museums, MIA, and the upcoming Lusail Museum are additionally on view. “Splendours of the Atlas” is curated by Dr. Mounia Chekhab-Abudaya, MIA’s Deputy Director of Curatorial Affairs.
Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani stated, “We are extraordinarily fortunate to partner with institutions across Morocco for our Qatar-Morocco 2024 Year of Culture, which will greatly expand the ability of Qataris and those living in Qatar to gain insight into the grand Islamic traditions of our neighbor in North Africa. Our shared commitment to scholarship, scientific discovery, and artistic excellence has created a fertile basis for this year’s rich Year of Culture program.”
Years of Tradition fosters enduring cultural partnerships between Qatar and different nations, aiming to construct mutual respect and understanding amongst numerous cultures.
“Splendours of the Atlas” is organized into thematic sections:
Faces of Morocco: Landscapes and Society – An immersive assortment of pictures by Bruno Barbey, Irving Penn, Lalla Essaydi, Mous Lamrabat, and Mounir Raji, capturing Morocco’s diverse landscapes and communities.
The Soul of Morocco: Kings, Saints, and Students – This part delves into the dynastic historical past of Morocco, exploring its legacy of management and spirituality.
Threads of Custom: Morocco’s Artisanal Mastery – Showcasing Morocco’s wealthy craft heritage, this part celebrates the cultural significance of artisanal abilities throughout totally different areas.
Conventional Sounds of Morocco – A show of musical devices that highlights Morocco’s numerous musical traditions, from Andalusian metropolis melodies to the soulful gnawa rhythms of the South.
The ultimate part celebrates up to date Moroccan craftsmanship, that includes seven commissioned items by artist Noureddine Amir. These summary works, impressed by conventional crafts, are suspended from the gallery ceiling, reimagining heritage in a contemporary inventive type.
