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Ottoman calligraphy: Music for the eyes

Authors :
Shulman, Ken
Source :
Graphis. Nov-Dec, 2001 Issue 336, 90-93
Publication Year :
2001

Abstract

The craft of Islamic calligraphy began in the 7th century Ottoman Empire, and nearly disappeared in the 20th century when Turkey stopped using the Arabic alphabet. Now, thanks to collector Sakip Sabanci, who has one of the most comprehensive collection of Islamic calligraphy in the world, the works of the masters are travelling in an exhibit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Details

ISSN :
00173452
Issue :
336
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Graphis
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.100481302