Making of The Albukhary Foundation Gallery of the Islamic World

The Albukhary Foundation Gallery of the Islamic World at the British Museum is a highly illustrated publication that outlines the concepts, construction, and design of the new gallery. It highlights the collaboration with architects Stanton Williams, the Princes School of Traditional Arts, and the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, providing a fascinating insight into the gallery and the British Museum's unparalleled collection of Islamic material culture.

Format: Hardback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 31 January 2019
Publisher: British Museum Press

This extensively illustrated publication delves into the intricacies of the new Albukhary Foundation Gallery of the Islamic World at the British Museum. It encompasses a comprehensive exploration of the concepts, construction, and design that shaped this remarkable gallery. Not only does the book provide a historical account of the British Museum's extensive and diverse collection of Islamic material culture, but it also sheds light on the challenges faced in constructing a new gallery for the 21st century within a historic building. The process of building a new gallery necessitates collaboration among various individuals and entities. Thus, this book not only showcases the invaluable contributions of British Museum staff but also highlights the significant partnerships formed with architects Stanton Williams, the Princes School of Traditional Arts, and the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia. The outcome is a captivating and visually stunning portrayal of a groundbreaking new gallery, as well as the unparalleled treasures housed within the British Museum's vast collection of Islamic material culture.

Weight: 1274g
Dimension: 286 x 256 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780714111919