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# The Farjam Foundation

The Farjam Collection, boasting over 6000 artworks, is a prominent Dubai-based foundation, offering a diverse array of Islamic and contemporary Middle Eastern art

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- [The Farjam Foundation Presents Boundless Geometry by Rana Begum](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2026/05/14/the-farjam-foundation-presents-boundless-geometry-by-rana-begum/) - The Farjam Foundation is pleased to announce Boundless Geometry, an exhibition of selected works by Rana Begum from The Farjam Collection, curated by Lisa A. Farjam. Opening on 13 May 2026, the exhibition will remain on view through 13 September 2026 at The Farjam Foundation in DIFC, Dubai. Widely recognized for her exploration of light, colour, geometry,
- [Rupture Into Light](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2025/11/17/rupture-into-light-2/) - A Solo Exhibition by Marwan Sahmarani Rupture Into Light, now open to the public at The Farjam Foundation, brings together a selection of major paintings and studies by Lebanese artist Marwan Sahmarani, offering a powerful meditation on rupture, memory, and the fragile processes of renewal. Drawn from The Farjam Collection and thoughtfully shaped through the
- [The Farjam Foundation at PROXIMITIES: Inextricably Involved](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2026/01/26/the-farjam-foundation-at-proximities-inextricably-involved/) - Seoul Museum of Art (SeMA), Seoul 16 December 2025 – 29 March 2026 The Farjam Foundation is pleased to announce its participation in PROXIMITIES: Inextricably Involved, a major exhibition of contemporary art from the United Arab Emirates, jointly organized by the Seoul Museum of Art (SeMA) and the Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF).
- [Marwan Sahmarani in Conversation with The Kurator: Art, Resistance, and Public Space](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2026/01/07/marwan-sahmarani-in-conversation-with-the-kurator-art-resistance-and-public-space/) - The Farjam Foundation is pleased to present the ongoing exhibition by Marwan Sahmarani, which has recently been featured in an interview published by The Kurator in Gulf News on January 2, 2026. The interview offers insight into Sahmarani’s artistic philosophy and his approach to presenting work within a non-profit institutional context.Read the full interview on
- [The Farjam Foundation Sponsors Landmark U.S. Exhibition on the Baghdad Modern Art Group](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2025/07/06/the-farjam-foundation-sponsors-landmark-u-s-exhibition-on-the-baghdad-modern-art-group/) - June 21 – October 19, 2025 Hessel Museum of Art, Bard College, New York The Farjam Foundation is proud to sponsor the groundbreaking exhibition All Manner of Experiments: Legacies of the Baghdad Modern Art Group, currently on view at the Hessel Museum of Art at Bard College’s Center for Curatorial Studies. This is the first major
- [Shifting Gazes: Women Through Middle Eastern Eyes](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2025/04/16/shifting-gazes-women-through-middle-eastern-eyes/) - Current Exhibition | The Farjam Foundation, DIFC, Dubai On View: April 15, 2025 – October 15 2025 The Farjam Foundation is proud to present Shifting Gazes: Women Through Middle Eastern Eyes, an exhibition exploring how women have been represented—and have represented themselves—across the evolving visual landscape of the Middle East. Spanning over eight decades of artistic
- [The Farjam Collection Books Reviewed in The Art Newspaper](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2025/03/13/the-farjam-collection-books-reviewed-in-the-art-newspaper/) - The Farjam Foundation thanks The Art Newspaper and art journalist Cyrus Naji for the comprehensive review of The Farjam Collection of Islamic and Middle Eastern Art (pub. Yale University Press, 2024), launched late last year at the British Museum and The Louvre Abu Dhabi. The Editors, Drs Sheila Canby, Venetia Porter, Sarah Rogers and Nada Shabout, as well as
- [Out of Focus/Union](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2018/03/19/out-of-focus-union/) - March 2018- March 2019 The exhibition 'Out of Focus/Union' will bring together eight works from six artists in one uniquely captivating and thought-provoking collection. The invited artists have been reveled as Chahine Khosravi, Owais Husein, Halim Al Karim, Imran Channa, Saad Querishi and Afshan Daneshvar. The works to be displayed are described as ‘enablers of
- [The Sea Was Far Away and the sky further](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2022/03/18/the-sea-was-far-away-and-the-sky-further/) - March 2022-November 2022 What can we learn from nature about the essence of being? Dubai-based, multidisciplinary visual artist, Shagayeq Arabi, sets out to question the flow of existence through evocative natural forms made with locally found objects, cast in their natural environment, to create a context of their own, the context embedding itself within the
- [The Farjam Collection Book Launch Captivates Audiences at Louvre Abu Dhabi](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2024/11/26/the-farjam-collection-book-launch-captivates-audiences-at-louvre-abu-dhabi/) - A standing-room-only crowd, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, graced the Auditorium of the Louvre Abu Dhabi on November 20 to hear the distinguished panel of scholars who had authored The Farjam Collection Masterpieces (pub Sept 2024, Yale University Press) speak about the Islamic and Modern and
- [Bidoun Magazine: Illuminating Middle Eastern Art and Culture](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2024/11/21/bidoun-magazine-illuminating-middle-eastern-art-and-culture/) - Established in 2004 by Lisa Asal Farjam, Bidoun Magazine has become a transformative force in reshaping global perceptions of the Middle East. Through its unique blend of art, culture, and critical discourse, Bidoun offers nuanced narratives that transcend stereotypes, showcasing the diversity and depth of the region. A recent oral history published in Frieze Magazine
- [“British Museum Hosts Book Launch of Masterpieces of the Farjam Collection: A New Resource for Islamic and Contemporary Middle Eastern Art”](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2024/10/30/british-museum-hosts-book-launch-of-masterpieces-of-the-farjam-collection-a-new-resource-for-islamic-and-contemporary-middle-eastern-art/) - On October 28th, the British Museum hosted the book launch of Masterpieces of The Farjam Collection of Islamic, and Modern and Contemporary Middle Eastern Art. Comprising over 5,000 artworks, this unique Collection which spans vast geographies and a time span over many centuries, has to date been mostly known only to the cognoscenti. Now with
- [“Arab Presences: Modern Art and Decolonization Paris 1908–1988” at Abu Dhabi Art Fair – Sponsored by The Farjam Foundation](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2024/11/16/arab-presences-modern-art-and-decolonization-paris-1908-1988-at-abu-dhabi-art-fair-sponsored-by-the-farjam-foundation/) - The Farjam Foundation is honored to present the exhibition “Arab Presences: Modern Art and Decolonization Paris 1908–1988 – Farjam Collection Close-Up,” curated by esteemed art historian and curator Morad Montazami. This exhibition builds upon a previous iteration co-curated by Montazami and Madeleine de Colnet at the Paris Museum of Modern Art (April 3–August 25, 2024).
- [Concepts and the Divine Abstract exhibition](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2021/03/25/concepts-and-the-divine-abstract-exhibition/) - March-June 2021 (During Covid-19 pandemic lock down) The Farjam Foundation is celebrating the pioneers of the Emirati contemporary art scene in its latest exhibition, Concepts and The Divine Abstract. This will be the first time the Foundation has assembled and showcased its exceptional holdings of Emirati pioneering modern masters to the younger generation of rising artists.
- [The Story of Islamic Art in 99 Objects](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2010/09/01/the-story-of-islamic-art-in-99-objects/) - August - September 2010 This exhibition tells the story of an art infused with the principles and spirit of Islam. Produced to glorify and honour God, the selected objects were executed with exquisite technical and aesthetic refinement. Their exceptional craftsmanship, characteristic of Islamic art at large, is born of the devotion of their makers, transforming
- [Latif Al Ani "Documenting the unforgettable and the forgotten"](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2022/11/15/latif-al-ani-documenting-the-unforgettable-and-the-forgotten/) - Latif Al Ani (1932-2021) known as the “father of Iraqi photography” was the first to capture extensively the cosmopolitan life of Iraq in the 1950s-1970s. His black and white images represent a unique visual memory of the country during its golden age and a major postcolonial heritage.
- [New Fellowship Established in Honor of Tarek Al-Ghoussein](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2024/05/28/new-fellowship-established-in-honor-of-tarek-al-ghoussein/) - In collaboration with the Farjam Foundation, NYU Abu Dhabi has launched the Tarek Al Ghoussein Fellowship to honor the late artist’s career and achievements. Adele Bea Cipste, an MFA student at NYUAD, is the first recipient of the prestigious fellowship. Abu Dhabi, UAE, May 22, 2024: With generous support from the Farjam Foundation, NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) has
- [“Exploring Contemporary Middle Eastern Art: The Farjam Collection at The Arts Club Dubai”](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2024/01/14/exploring-contemporary-middle-eastern-art-the-farjam-collection-at-the-arts-club-dubai/) - The Arts Club Dubai is currently hosting “Contemporary Middle East: Selections from the Farjam Collection.” This exclusive exhibition, accessible to Art Club members, showcases contemporary Middle Eastern artists. Curated by Amelie von Wedel and Pernilla Holmes, it features works by Mohamed Ahmed Ibrahim, Nadia Kaabi-Linke, Farhad Moshiri, and more. The Arts Club Dubai, a hub
- [Echoes of Infinite: Poetry’s Visual Symphony](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2024/02/27/echoes-of-infinite-poetrys-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
- [Explore the Artistic Journey of Hashel Al Lamki at the Abu Dhabi Art Gateway Exhibition](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2023/12/20/explore-the-artistic-journey-of-hashel-al-lamki-at-the-abu-dhabi-art-gateway-exhibition/) - We are immensely proud to be part of the annual Abu Dhabi Art Gateway Exhibition, a platform that celebrates both local and international artists through their unique artistic narratives. This year’s exhibition is curated by the esteemed Dr. Venetia Porter and features a special focus on Emirati painter and multi-disciplinary artist Hashel Al Lamki. In
- [Experiencing the Aromatic Artistry of the East: ‘Rose’ by Lara Baladi at the ‘Parfums d’Orient’ Exhibition](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2023/12/27/experiencing-the-aromatic-artistry-of-the-east-rose-by-lara-baladi-at-the-parfums-dorient-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
- [Farjam Foundation’s Participation in LACMA’s Ongoing Exhibition: “Dining with the Sultan: The Fine Art of Feasting”](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2024/02/03/farjam-foundations-participation-in-lacmas-ongoing-exhibition-dining-with-the-sultan-the-fine-art-of-feasting/) - We are delighted to announce that the Farjam Foundation is proudly participating in the ongoing exhibition at LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art), curated by Linda Komaroff, where we have loaned six remarkable artworks from our collection. This collaboration is a significant milestone in our ongoing mission to showcase the rich heritage of Islamic
- [The Holy Qur'an](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2009/08/25/the-holy-quran/) - August – December 2009 The Qur’an has to be read, not only with the tongue and voice and eyes, but with the best light that our intellect can supply, and even more, with the truest and purest light which our heart and conscience can give us”. It is in this spirit, described by the eminent
- [Highlights of Islamic Art](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2009/03/11/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
- [From Matisse to Warhol: Works on Paper by Modern Masters](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2010/01/21/from-matisse-to-warhol-works-on-paper-by-modern-masters/) - January – March 2010 For its third exhibition, The Farjam Foundation departs from its former displays of Islamic art to present a fascinatingly varied display of drawings which covers 70 years of modern Western art. Encompassing works on paper by some of the most respected artists of the twentieth century, this exhibition shows fine examples
- [Iran Inside Out](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2010/03/15/iran-inside-out/) - March - June 2010 Influences of Homeland and Diaspora on the Artistic Language of Contemporary Iranian Artists. Curated by Sam Bardaouil and Till Fellrath, Iran Inside Out examines the ways in which artists working in and outside of Iran today reconcile cultural and geographical distances with the search for individual artistic expression. Of the artists
- [Nujoom: Constellations of Arab Art from The Farjam Foundation](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2010/11/02/nujoom-constellations-of-arab-art-from-the-farjam-foundation/) - November 2010 - March 2011 Nujoom: Constellations of Arab Art from The Farjam Foundation aims not to be a comprehensive representation of artistic production in the Arab world, but rather, as the title implies, a selection of artworks that together, form a vivid picture of the region’s artistic landscape. This selection is the fruit of a
- [LOVE IS NOT EVERYTHING, a selection of works by Farhad Moshiri](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2011/03/14/love-is-not-everything-a-selection-of-works-by-farhad-moshiri/) - March 2011 - June 2011 LOVE IS NOT EVERYTHING, an exhibition of selected works by Iranian artist Farhad Moshiri, marks the first worldwide retrospective of Farhad Moshiri's career to date. Renowned for his hybrid work, which often fuses traditional Iranian art forms with those of Western culture, Moshiri's art is a stirring monument to our
- [Chants From Paradise, A Selection of Safavid Carpets from The Farjam Foundation](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2011/09/05/chants-from-paradise-a-selection-of-safavid-carpets-from-the-farjam-foundation/) - September 2011 - January 2012 For the first time in the UAE, The Farjam Foundation, will display a selection of Safavid carpets from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries to shed a light on the most illustrious and refined period in the history of carpet weaving. Following the Eid celebration, this exhibition celebrates artistry from one
- [Jazz From Paradise](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2012/02/13/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
- [Hybrid, A Selection Of Works By Shirin Aliabadi From The Farjam Foundation](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2012/03/19/hybrid-a-selection-of-works-by-shirin-aliabadi-from-the-farjam-foundation/) - March 2012 - June 2012 The Farjam Foundation is pleased to present Hybrid, a solo exhibition of works by Iranian photographer and artist Shirin Aliabadi, to open Monday March 19th on Art Nights at Gate Village DIFC. This exhibition will include works from Aliabadi’s previous series of Girls in Cars, Miss Hybrid, City Girls, and Eye Love You, and present
- [The Silk Road: An Exhibition on Cross Cultural Influences From The Farjam Foundation](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2012/09/16/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
- [AWARE: An Artistic Collaboration With The United Nations World Food Programme](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2013/01/13/aware-an-artistic-collaboration-with-the-united-nations-world-food-programme/) - January 2013 - March 2013 The Farjam Foundation is proud to present its collaboration with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to start off their 2013 schedule. The AWARE exhibition presents a stunning array of artworks by emerging and established Middle Eastern artists. The participating artists generously donated each one of the exquisite works
- [In Memory of Farideh Lashai: An Exhibition Celebrating the Life and Work of Farideh Lashai](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2013/03/18/in-memory-of-farideh-lashai-an-exhibition-celebrating-the-life-and-work-of-farideh-lashai/) - March 2013 - October 2013 The Farjam Foundation presents an exhibition honoring Farideh Lashai. She was one of Iran’s leading female artist, and paved the way for a global appreciation of an Iranian cultural aesthetic. Her lifetime of works explore her love for nature and expose her cultural identity and heritage. She articulated her experiences
- [Memories of Destruction: Selected Works by Aydin Aghdashloo from The Farjam Collection](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2013/10/02/memories-of-destruction-selected-works-by-aydin-aghdashloo-from-the-farjam-collection/) - October 2013 - December 2013 On October 2, 2013, The Farjam Foundation presents Memories of Destruction: Selected Works by Aydin Aghdashloo from The Farjam Collection. Distinguished as "Maestro" in Iran, Aydin Aghdashloo’s multifaceted career has been a driving force behind the mid 20th century artistic and cultural renaissance within Iran. With his internationally acclaimed expertise, Aydin
- [The Everlasting Roots](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2017/03/13/the-everlasting-roots/) - March - July 2017 In conjunction with Art Dubai, The Farjam Foundation will be honoring the life and work of critically acclaimed artist and director, Abbas Kiarostami. The celebrated filmmaker, poet, painter and photographer passed away in Paris last year. The comprehensive exhibition will survey a range of his photographic series, including: Snow White, Windows,
- [Nature's Duet: Selected Works by Jorge Mayet & Daisuke Ohba](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2014/03/17/natures-duet-selected-works-by-jorge-mayet-daisuke-ohba/) - March 2014 - July 2014 The Farjam Foundation is pleased to introduce its latest exhibition, Nature’s Duet – Selected Works by Jorge Mayet and Daisuke Ohba from the Farjam Collection, which made its debut on March 17, 2014 at the Dubai International Financial Centre. A new and exciting concept for The Farjam Foundation, the focus of this
- [#in.ter.fer.en.ce](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2014/09/14/in-ter-fer-en-ce/) - September 2014 - March 2015 On September 14, 2014, The Farjam Foundation presents the exhibition #Interference, a selection of works from the Farjam Collection. The Foundation has commissioned Curatorial X, a Paris based curatorial collective agency specializing in the development of interactive museum exhibitions to launch a cyber dialogue. As part of a larger global
- [ZERO: Infinite Possibilities](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2015/03/15/zero-infinite-possibilities/) - March 2015 - September 2015 On March 16, The Farjam Foundation invites viewers to experience a group exhibition featuring 15 renowned artists, whose works challenge our perception of reality by merging art with science, creating a renewed harmony between man and nature, and restoring art at the metaphysical dimension. Inspired by the German art movement,
- [1971: Contemporary Art From The UAE](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2015/10/18/1971-contemporary-art-from-the-uae/) - October 2015 - December 2015 The Farjam Foundation, in its quest to discover, harness and bring awareness about regional talent, is delighted to dedicate a special exhibition entitled 1971: Contemporary Art from The UAE to showcase the works of established and emerging Emirati artists. The exhibition epitomizes the embodiment of the artists’ creative skills and their extraordinary harmonious relationship with their homeland. It delves into the
- [ROSTAM RETURNS: The Shahnameh's Hero in the 21st Century](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2016/03/14/rostam-returns-the-shahnamehs-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
- [ELIZABETH](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2016/11/23/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.
- [Constellations](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2019/03/18/constellations/) - March 2019- March 2021 Over 30 works from The Farjam Collection have been brought together in an exhibition of modern and contemporary Middle Eastern art entitled: CONSTALLATIONS. The exhibition maps some of the brightest examples of modern and contemporary Middle Eastern art over the past century. Each piece tells a different story, making up a
- [Untitled - A selection of Artworks from The Farjam Collection](https://www.farjamcollection.com/2021/03/26/untitled-a-selection-of-artworks-from-the-farjam-collection/) - March 2021 - March 2022

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- [Exhibition Partnerships](https://www.farjamcollection.com/loaned-exhibitions/) - The Farjam Foundation's museum collaborations In the spirit of fostering global appreciation and understanding of Islamic and Middle Eastern contemporary art, The Farjam Foundation is honored to extend its collection to museums and cultural organizations worldwide. Through our collaborations program, we aim to contribute to the vibrant tapestry of global art exhibitions, enabling audiences far
- [Exhibitions](https://www.farjamcollection.com/exhibitions/) - Explore a diverse range of exhibitions at The Farjam Collection, featuring the finest in Islamic, Persian, and contemporary Middle Eastern art. Discover unique perspectives and historical insights through our curated displays.
- [Publications](https://www.farjamcollection.com/publications/) - Discover our range of art publications at The Farjam Collection. Dive into our extensive library featuring Islamic art, Middle Eastern contemporary artworks, and insights from various exhibitions
- [Contact](https://www.farjamcollection.com/contact/) - Get in touch with The Farjam Collection for inquiries about our Islamic and Middle Eastern art collection, exhibitions, and educational programs.
- [International Modern & Contemporary Collection](https://www.farjamcollection.com/the-collection/international-modern-contemporary-collection/) - The Western Modern & Contemporary art section within the Farjam Collection encapsulates the evolution of artistic expressions from the Western world. Spanning from the late 19th century to the present day, this collection captures the radical transformations that art underwent during periods of change, upheaval, and progress. The collection features an array of renowned Western
- [Middle Eastern Modern and Contemporary Art Collection](https://www.farjamcollection.com/the-collection/middle-eastern-modern-contemporary-art-collection/) - The Farjam Collection’s modern and contemporary Middle Eastern art section showcases a vibrant array of works that capture the region’s evolving artistic expressions. This collection includes pieces from both emerging and established artists, offering a diverse range of styles, themes, and mediums. Through paintings, sculptures, and mixed-media creations, these artworks provide insights into the cultural and societal shifts of the Middle East, reflecting a dynamic blend of tradition and modernity.
- [Islamic Art Collection](https://www.farjamcollection.com/the-collection/islamic-art-collection/) - "Discover the Farjam Collection's Islamic Art Collection: a diverse showcase of over a thousand pieces, including rare manuscripts, ceramics, and calligraphy. Explore the rich heritage and artistic legacy of the Islamic world in one curated space."
- [Cookie Policy (EU)](https://www.farjamcollection.com/cookie-policy-eu/)
- [Join Our Newsletter](https://www.farjamcollection.com/join-our-newsletter/) - We cordially invite you to subscribe to The Farjam Foundation Newsletter. Our newsletter offers a sophisticated and insightful look into this fascinating world of Islamic art and heritage. Why Subscribe? Exclusive Previews: Be among the first to witness our latest acquisitions and exhibitions, showcasing the finest in Islamic and Middle Eastern art. In-Depth Articles and
- [The Collection](https://www.farjamcollection.com/the-farjam-collection/) - The Farjam Collection encompasses a vast array of Islamic art, Middle Eastern modern and contemporary art, and international modern & contemporary art, reflecting over a thousand years of history. The Collection offers a deep dive into the artistic and cultural achievements of the Islamic world, featuring over 6,000 pieces, including ceramics, manuscripts, calligraphy, miniatures, illustrated
- [The Farjam Foundation](https://www.farjamcollection.com/the-farjam-foundation/) - Embarking on a timeless journey through the history of art The mission of the Farjam Foundation, a non-profit, non-governmental organization, is to play an instrumental role in inspiring and supporting cultural dialogue. It advocates cross-cultural interaction and learning, using the medium of art and culture to facilitate conversations that transcend borders. The ethos of the
- [Art Patronage](https://www.farjamcollection.com/art-patronage/) - Art Patronage is a vital cornerstone of cultural preservation and artistic innovation, and Dr. Farjam has exemplified this through his extensive support and collaboration with some of the world’s most prestigious museums and universities. Over the past two decades, Dr. Farjam’s commitment to nurturing the arts has not only enriched these institutions but also fostered
- [Awards](https://www.farjamcollection.com/education/awards/) - His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President , Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, introduced the Patrons of the Arts Award in March 2009. A groundbreaking initiative spanning the entire region that sets out to honour individuals and organisations who have contributed towards the growth of the cultural scene in Dubai.
- [Art Camp](https://www.farjamcollection.com/education/art-camp/) - At Art Camp children will be surrounded by a range of outstanding and rare works including calligraphy, paintings, ceramics, textiles, jewellery and arms. All these treasures are drawn from The Farjam Collection and on view in the space at DIFC. Activities Children will spend their summer exploring the fascinating world of Islamic art through worksheets,
- [Schools and University  Programs](https://www.farjamcollection.com/education/schools-and-university-programmes/) - Activities School children work from tailor-made activity sheets about the exhibition before taking part in interactive activities based on the works on display, varied according to age-group. University students are given guided tours, geared to their level of expertise. Students are then allowed free time to read about, and draw the works in the exhibition.
- [Panel-discussions](https://www.farjamcollection.com/education/panel-discussions/) - With Passion They Collect November 2011 – Art Abu Dhabi As part of Abu Dhabi Art, Farhad Farjam spoke on a panel With Passion They Collect alongside HE Abdul Rahman Al Owais, HE Sultan Sooud Al-Qassemi, and moderator and collector Farbod Dowlatshahi. These four collectors illustrated and discussed the evolution of collecting in the UAE over the past
- [Education](https://www.farjamcollection.com/education/) - Educational Initiatives at the Farjam Foundation: The Farjam Foundation passionately supports educational and cultural enrichment through diverse initiatives, including scholarships, internships, and broad community engagement. Our programs are designed to foster access to superior education while nurturing arts and cultural growth. Key among our offerings are the scholarships and internships program, aimed at students with
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- [Virtual Tour: Latif Al Ani “Documenting the unforgettable and the forgotten”](https://www.farjamcollection.com/vt/) - Explore the Virtual Tour of Our Exhibition Greetings and a warm welcome to our esteemed visitors. We are delighted to offer you an immersive virtual journey through the exhibition: Latif Al Ani “Documenting the Unforgettable and the Forgotten”, presented with the utmost fidelity to ensure an experience that is as enriching and engaging as a
- [Virtual Tour: Echoes of Infinite](https://www.farjamcollection.com/virtual-tour-echoes-of-infinite/) - Welcome to the virtual tour of our esteemed exhibition. As you embark on this immersive journey through the heart of our collection, we invite you to navigate the scenes at your leisure, using the arrow keys to move seamlessly from one view to the next. To explore the depth of the exhibition further, you will
- [The Collection](https://www.farjamcollection.com/the-collection/) - The Farjam Collection is a unique and invaluable resource for the study of Islamic art and culture. Its extensive and diverse collection of art, artifacts and manuscripts, spanning over 1,000 years of history, provides a comprehensive understanding of the artistic, cultural and intellectual achievements of the Islamic world throughout its history. It showcases the diversity and continuity of Islamic art and highlights the ongoing vitality and relevance of Islamic art in the contemporary world.
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- [Exhibition; Farhad Moshiri](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/exhibition-farhad-moshiri/)
- [The Story of Islamic Art in 99 Objects](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/the-story-of-islamic-art-in-99-objects/)
- [Nujoom: Constellations of Arab Art from The Farjam Foundation](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/nujoom-constellations-of-arab-art-from-the-farjam-foundation/)
- [LOVE IS NOT EVERYTHING](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/love-is-not-everything/)
- [a selection of works by Farhad Moshiri](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/a-selection-of-works-by-farhad-moshiri/)
- [Chants From Paradise](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/chants-from-paradise/)
- [Contemporary Carpets](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/contemporary-carpets/)
- [Persian Carpets](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/persian-carpets/)
- [Memories of Destruction: Selected Works by Aydin Aghdashloo from The Farjam Collection](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/memories-of-destruction-selected-works-by-aydin-aghdashloo-from-the-farjam-collection/)
- [Hybrid](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/hybrid/)
- [A Selection Of Works By Shirin Aliabadi From The Farjam Foundation](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/a-selection-of-works-by-shirin-aliabadi-from-the-farjam-foundation/)
- [The Silk Road: An Exhibition on Cross Cultural Influences From The Farjam Foundation](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/the-silk-road-an-exhibition-on-cross-cultural-influences-from-the-farjam-foundation/)
- [AWARE: An Artistic Collaboration With The United Nations World Food Programme](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/aware-an-artistic-collaboration-with-the-united-nations-world-food-programme/)
- [In Memory of Farideh Lashai: An Exhibition Celebrating the Life and Work of Farideh Lashai](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/in-memory-of-farideh-lashai-an-exhibition-celebrating-the-life-and-work-of-farideh-lashai/)
- [Nature's Duet: Selected Works by Jorge Mayet & Daisuke Ohba](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/natures-duet-selected-works-by-jorge-mayet-daisuke-ohba/)
- [#in.ter.fer.en.ce](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/in-ter-fer-en-ce/)
- [ZERO: Infinite Possibilities](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/zero-infinite-possibilities/)
- [1971: Contemporary Art From The UAE](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/1971-contemporary-art-from-the-uae/)
- [ROSTAM RETURNS: The Shahnameh's Hero in the 21st Century](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/rostam-returns-the-shahnamehs-hero-in-the-21st-century/)
- [ELIZABETH TAYLOR](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/elizabeth-taylor/)
- [The Everlasting Roots](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/the-everlasting-roots/)
- [Out of Focus/Union](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/out-of-focus-union/)
- [Constellations](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/constellations/)
- [Concepts and the Divine Abstract exhibition](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/concepts-and-the-divine-abstract-exhibition/)
- [Emirati artists](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/emirati-artists/)
- [The Sea Was Far Away and the sky further](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/the-sea-was-far-away-and-the-sky-further/)
- [Shaqayeq Arabi](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/shaqayeq-arabi/)
- [Latif Al Ani](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/latif-al-ani/)
- [Morad Montazami](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/morad-montazami/)
- [Photography](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/photography/)
- [Iraq](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/iraq/)
- [Documenting the unforgettable and the forgotten](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/documenting-the-unforgettable-and-the-forgotten/)
- [black and white](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/black-and-white/)
- [Abdul Qader Al Rais](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/abdul-qader-al-rais/)
- [Hassan Sharif](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/hassan-sharif/)
- [Hussain Sharif](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/hussain-sharif/)
- [Mohamed Ahmed Ibrahim](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/mohamed-ahmed-ibrahim/)
- [Mohammed Kazem](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/mohammed-kazem/)
- [Abdul Rahim Salim](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/abdul-rahim-salim/)
- [Sheikha Alyazia Bint Nahyan Al Nahyan](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/sheikha-alyazia-bint-nahyan-al-nahyan/)
- [Sheikha al Mazrou](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/sheikha-al-mazrou/)
- [Farah Al Qasimi](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/farah-al-qasimi/)
- [Lamya Gargash](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/lamya-gargash/)
- [Meira Huraiz](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/meira-huraiz/)
- [Afra Al Dhaheri](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/afra-al-dhaheri/)
- [Hashel Al Lamki](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/hashel-al-lamki/)
- [Middle east contemporary art](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/middle-east-contemporary-art/)
- [Contemporary art exhibition Dubai](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/contemporary-art-exhibition-dubai/)
- [Lara Baladi](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/lara-baladi/)
- [Perfume](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/perfume/)
- [Institut du Monde Arabe](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/institut-du-monde-arabe/)
- [Middle East Modern and Contemporary Art](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/middle-east-modern-and-contemporary-art/)
- [Aydin Aghdashloo](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/aydin-aghdashloo/)
- [Shakir Hassan Al-Said](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/shakir-hassan-al-said/)
- [Mohsen Vasiri](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/mohsen-vasiri/)
- [Middle eastern contemporary art](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/middle-eastern-contemporary-art/)
- [Middle East Modern & Contemporary Art](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/middle-east-modern-contemporary-art/)
- [Iran](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/iran/)
- [International Impressionist & Modern & Contemporary Art](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/international-impressionist-modern-contemporary-art/)
- [carpet](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/carpet/)
- [Iranian Artists](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/iranian-artists/)
- [Arash Nazari](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/arash-nazari/)
- [Shahnameh](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/shahnameh/)
- [Bidoun](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/bidoun/)
- [MiddleEasternArt](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/middleeasternart/)
- [MiddleEasternCulture](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/middleeasternculture/)
- [ArtMagazines](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/artmagazines/)
- [CulturalNarratives](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/culturalnarratives/)
- [FriezeMagazine](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/friezemagazine/)
- [ArtAndCulture](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/artandculture/)
- [OralHistory](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/oralhistory/)
- [GlobalArtDialogues](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/globalartdialogues/)
- [ArtAndSociety](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/artandsociety/)
- [LouvreAbuDhabi](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/louvreabudhabi/)
- [IslamicArt](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/islamicart/)
- [ContemporaryArt](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/contemporaryart/)
- [ModernArt](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/modernart/)
- [ArtHistory](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/arthistory/)
- [ArtBooks](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/artbooks/)
- [YaleUniversityPress](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/yaleuniversitypress/)
- [CulturalHeritage](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/culturalheritage/)
- [PrivateCollections](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/privatecollections/)
- [MuseumStudies](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/museumstudies/)
- [ArtScholars](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/artscholars/)
- [ArtEducation](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/arteducation/)
- [ArtLaunch](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/artlaunch/)
- [CulturalPreservation](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/culturalpreservation/)
- [Shifting Gazes: Women Through Middle Eastern Eyes](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/shifting-gazes-women-through-middle-eastern-eyes/)
- [Jewad Selim](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/jewad-selim/)
- [Hessel Museum of Art](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/hessel-museum-of-art/)
- [Bard College](https://www.farjamcollection.com/tag/bard-college/)