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Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia is proud to announce our latest exhibition entitled ‘Qajar Ceramic: Bridging Tradition and Modernity’. Of all Islamic cultures, it is Persia that has received the most attention. Somewhat neglected by scholarship are ceramics of the Qajar era. The period from the late eighteenth to the early twentieth century was a time of change everywhere; nowhere more so than in this empire that tried to open itself to the world while retaining traditions that go back millennia. The ceramics of the time are the ideal representatives of the experimentation that typified the Qajars. Qajar Ceramics – Bridging Tradition and Modernity is about an artistic transition, featuring a diversity of ceramic objects from the collection of the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia. The exhibition offers a closer look at the distinctive characteristics of Qajar ceramics, highlighting their forms, aesthetics, and themes. These objects point us to a story of vigour and resilience behind the Persian artistic expression. This rarely-explored field of Qajar ceramics typifies the development of the dynasty’s own language and vitality, reflecting the rich energy of the time. This exhibition were launched as part of the year-long celebration of IAMM’s 20th anniversary, and also in conjunction with Nowruz (Persian New year). It will be held until 31st December 2019. A special catalogue with the same title is available in our Museum Shop. Click here for the details about the catalogue. Follow our social media pages below for latest updates and activities related on this exhibition.