Egypt’s mediaeval Fatimid rulers are the subject of a new book providing a comprehensive portrait of the dynasty, writes David Tresilian Despite having ruled Egypt almost exactly a thousand years ago, ...
A resonant history of influence and inspiration suggests it is now the turn of the Iranian people, and soon. [ comment ] Tahseen Bashir, the late Egyptian intellectual and erudite diplomat, once said ...
An introduction to Fatimid history and Fatimid art -- Fatimid art in North Africa -- Architecture in Egypt from 969 to the 1060s -- The decorative arts from 969 to the 1060s -- Architecture from the ...
"This historical study explores the distinctive features of Fatimid ideology and propaganda as demonstrated in the largest and most notable mosque of its era in Cairo during the Fatimid period (AD 909 ...
Bowl, Probably Cairo, Egypt; 1050–1100, Fritware, lustre-painted on opaque white glaze Copyright © Victoria and Albert Museum, London Bowl, Egypt, ca. 1000 ...
You skillfully explore Egyptian identity and the country’s historical and cultural ties with its neighbours in Al-Qata’i: Ibn Tulun’s City Without Walls, a multi-generational epic tale of power, love, ...
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