This lecture explores the intersection of art, history, and technology, showcasing how Islamic scripts, often silent witnesses to centuries of culture, can now "speak" to audiences worldwide. From its origins as a pilot project at The Metropolitan Museum of Art to its evolution into a collaborative initiative with The Met and the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha, this project transforms how students and museum visitors engage directly with Islamic art.
The lecture will be conducted by Dr Mohammad Farsimadan, who holds a PhD in Archaeology of the Islamic Era from Iran, specialising in Islamic art from early Islam to the late medieval period. With over five years of teaching experience at the University of Mohaghegh Ardabili and the Art University of Shiraz, he is dedicated to providing educational materials for both students and public audiences in museums. Dr Farsimadan is an expert in the epigraphy of Islamic inscriptions and calligraphy. His scholarly contributions include a groundbreaking digital project on Islamic scripts, developed in collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum and the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha.
Please note: This lecture will be in English.
