Geographies of Islam
"Geographies
of Islam", at the Real Fundación, in Toledo, Spain, ran from 9 October
2008 to 17 January 2009, drawing over 40,000 visitors. Toledo's
unique history, with its overlays of Islam, Judaism and Christianity,
made the Fundación Real de Toledo an ideal setting for an exhibition.
However, the exhbition space, which was a a single room of about 10 metres
by 20 metres, posed a challenge. A completely different concept from those
of earlier exhibitions was developed.
A world map extending from Portugal to China was printed on special linoleum and placed along the whole length of the room like a carpet. In transparent glass showcases, and on the walls, 28 outstanding objects from the Aga Khan Museum collection were exhibited, with numbers indicating their provenance in the map.
For more information, please see the Geographies of Islam programme.
"Geographies of Islam" catalogue
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Courtyard
The abstract notion of light and the light of human creativity and openness were all sources of inspiration for the design of the Aga Khan Museum by the renowned Japanese architect Fumihiko Maki.
Courtyard
The Aga Khan Museum’s architectural elements reflect its educational and cultural mission - to provide visitors with an understanding of the artistic, intellectual, scientific and religious heritage of communities, both Muslim and non-Muslim, which permeated the lands of Islam.
Galleries
A large permanent exhibition space will house art and artefacts acquired by His Highness the Aga Khan and his family and donated to the Museum.
Galleries
Up to 200 pieces from the Museum’s collection will be showcased in the permanent gallery that will combine state of the art display systems with innovative approaches to design and interpretation.
GalleriesMajor temporary exhibitions concerning the Islamic world will be presented in historic, geographic or thematic terms. These exhibitions will draw upon private collections and institutional holdings from all parts of the world.
Formal gardens five ponds
The Museum will share the site with the Ismaili Centre, designed by Charles Correa, and will be surrounded by a ten-hectare landscaped park, designed by Vladimir Djurovic. Together they will constitute important landmarks and green space for the city of Toronto.
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