The Art of Hajj
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'It is laid down in the Qur#146;an that at least once in their lives Muslims should undertake the annual spiritual pilgrimage#151;the Hajj#151;to the holy city of Mecca. There, within a sanctuary, lies the Ka#146;ba#151;a cube of black granite that is the literal center of a Muslim#146;s world and the
… More »'It is laid down in the Qur#146;an that at least once in their lives Muslims should undertake the annual spiritual pilgrimage#151;the Hajj#151;to the holy city of Mecca. There, within a sanctuary, lies the Ka#146;ba#151;a cube of black granite that is the literal center of a Muslim#146;s world and the compass point towards which daily prayers are made. This striking little book not only takes the reader on a journey, but celebrates the skill and creativity of artists, craftspeople, and the pilgrims themselves who have responded to the call of Hajj over the centuries. #149; Encompasses a striking array of objects and images, from the seventh to the 21st centuries. #149; Features illuminated manuscripts, wall paintings and photographs, calligraphy, textiles, scientific instruments, decorative tiles, maps, ceramics, metalwork, and powerful works by contemporary artists.
« LessIncludes bibliographical references (p. 95).
Published as a companion to the exhibition Hajj: journey to the heart of Islam, held at the British Museum, 26 January to 15 April 2012.
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