“The Power of the Word: Word Into Art,” presentation is a fascinating exploration of the art of Arabic calligraphy and its spiritual importance in Islam. Dr. Venetia Porter, Curator of Islamic collections from the esteemed British Museum will share her thoughts with us. Both The London Times and the Financial Times gave rave reviews of her exhibition which highlighted contemporary art and culture emerging from the Middle East and North Africa today. This event is co-sponsored by Ancient Art Council, Los Angeles County Museum of Art & His Highness Prince Aga Khan Shia Imami Ismaili Council for the Western United States.
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