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Sunday 4 January 2015

Diwani for Men & Women - Calligraphy Course from January to April

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Museum of Islamic Art will begin a course on Diwani for Men and Women on different days.

Diwani is a calligraphic variety of Arabic script, a cursive style developed during the reign of the early Ottoman Turks (16th century - early 17th century). It was invented by Housam Roumi and reached its height of popularity under Süleyman I the Magnificent (1520–1566).
(Wikipedia)

It is a style of calligraphy developed during the time of the early Ottomans.  Developed for the the Ottoman diwan it was one of the secrets of the sultan’s palace and was used for writing royal decrees and other documents.  Diwani calligraphy is known for its beauty and harmony on the page.
(MIA)

The course is absolutely free and all materials will be provided but need prior booking. If you are interested please email eelensari@qm.org.qa

Diwani for Women
Dates: Mondays January 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th
                           February 2nd, 9th & 23rd
                           March 2nd, 9th, 23rd & 30th
                           April 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th
Time: 5pm to 8pm
Venue: Museum of Islamic Art Classroom (GPS Loaction  at www.rush360.qa search for MIA)


Diwani for Men
Dates: Wednesdays January 7th, 14th, 21th & 28th
                                February 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th
                                March 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th
                               April 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd
Time: 5pm to 8pm
Venue: Museum of Islamic Art Classroom (GPS Loaction  at www.rush360.qa search for MIA)



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