Tag: Islamic Art

  • Echoes of Infinite: Poetry’s Visual Symphony

    Echoes of Infinite: Poetry’s Visual Symphony

    A Timeless Tale Reimagined: The Visual History of Shahnameh in Art Join us at The Farjam Collection for “Echoes of Infinite: Poetry’s Visual Symphony”, an enthralling exhibition curated by Marjan Farjam, that delves into the visual narrative of the Shahnameh, an epic masterpiece by Ferdowsi, across the ages. This exhibition offers a panoramic view of…

  • Experiencing the Aromatic Artistry of the East: ‘Rose’ by Lara Baladi at the ‘Parfums d’Orient’ Exhibition

    Experiencing the Aromatic Artistry of the East: ‘Rose’ by Lara Baladi at the ‘Parfums d’Orient’ Exhibition

    The Farjam Foundation is proud to participate in the prestigious “Parfums d’Orient” exhibition at the Institut du Monde Arabe (IMA), set to take place from October 2023 through January 2024. We are delighted to contribute “Rose” by the distinguished artist Lara Baladi, a piece that significantly aligns with the exhibition’s theme and underscores our dedication…

  • ELIZABETH

    ELIZABETH

    November 2016 – March 2017 In conjunction with DIFC Art Nights, The Farjam Foundation invites viewers to experience a breathtaking collection of portraits featuring Hollywood icon, Elizabeth Taylor. The artworks, captured by renowned photographer, Firooz Zahedi, provide a unique and intimate insight into the late screen star’s first and only visit to Iran in 1976.…

  • ROSTAM RETURNS: The Shahnameh’s Hero in the 21st Century

    ROSTAM RETURNS: The Shahnameh’s Hero in the 21st Century

    March – November 2016 The Farjam Foundation, in conjunction with Art Nights at DIFC and Art Dubai, cordially invites all art and culture enthusiasts for a viewing of its upcoming exhibition, “Rostam Returns: The Shahnameh’s hero in the 21st Century.”  The show will portray a unique experience of an ancient cultural theme through the eyes of a contemporary artist.  Inspired by Rostam, the national hero and the…

  • The Silk Road: An Exhibition on Cross Cultural Influences From The Farjam Foundation

    The Silk Road: An Exhibition on Cross Cultural Influences From The Farjam Foundation

    September 2012 – January 2013 Highlighting ancient and monumental works of art, The Silk Road, An Exhibition on Cross Cultural Influences from The Farjam Collection presents an impressive display of creative innovations and artistic traditions ranging from the Middle East to Eastern Asia. The exhibition will feature ancient scroll paintings, delicate porcelain ceramics, detailed miniature paintings and…

  • Jazz From Paradise

    Jazz From Paradise

    February 2012 – March 2012 Following on from the success of The Farjam Foundation’s exhibition of intricate Safavid era carpets, The Farjam Foundation is pleased to present ‘Jazz from Paradise’, a display of the finest hand-knotted contemporary Iranian carpets to generate further awareness of the fine museum-quality carpets produced in the present day. This exhibition…

  • Highlights of Islamic Art

    Highlights of Islamic Art

    March – July 2009 This exhibition presents a number of items of the highest quality and historical importance. This selection, only a small fraction of the Farjam Foundation, represents art forms produced throughout the Islamic world and has been chronologically divided as follows: The Origins and Establishment of Islamic Art(1st to 7th century AH) New…