Alongside the yearly Hajj pilgrimage on the 17th of July, we are privileged to announce a new, innovative website showcasing a wide selection of artworks and documents which will take you on a fascinating journey to the heart of Islam.
Being often hailed as one of the most culturally diverse collections in the world, we had chosen to focus our efforts on using our objects to curate stories about cross-cultural exchanges in the history of art and to show the interconnectedness of the human family.
Some of these efforts had been shared and enjoyed by many online via our partners Google Art & Culture and Europeana, amongst others.
The Unique Influence of Japanese Meiji Art on European Modern & Contemporary Art.
The social history of the Kimono represents a unique cultural exchange betwee Japan and Europe.
Kimono from the Khalili Collections, as shown in the article on Europeana.
Uncover the story of the 12th century polymath who laid the groundwork for modern engineering, hydraulics and robotics.
Stories of women’s aspirations, support for one another and hidden power.
The Nasrid dynasty was the last Muslim dynasty in the Iberian Peninsula, ruling the Emirate of Granada from 1230 until 1492. Today, the most visible evidence of the Nasrid dynasty is the Alhambra palace complex which has influenced generations of creators.
