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Heaven on Earth: Art from Islamic Lands
2004 exhibition of Islamic art in London / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Heaven on Earth: Art from Islamic Lands was an exhibition of Islamic art hosted by Somerset House in London, England from 25 March to 22 August 2004. It drew from two collections: the UK-based Khalili Collection of Islamic Art (the world's largest private collection of Islamic art) and Russia's Hermitage Museum.
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Date | 25 March ā 22 August 2004 (2004-03-25 ā 2004-08-22) |
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Venue | Somerset House, London |
Type | Art exhibition |
Theme | Islamic art |
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The exhibition showed a range of fine and decorative art from Islamic countries, spanning more than a thousand years. The works included illuminated Quran manuscripts, paintings, metalwork, textiles, and ceramics. Critics' reviews were favourable, praising the beauty and diversity of the art on display.