Treasured Ornament Resources
Learn more about the intricate objects featured in Treasured Ornament: 10 Centuries of Islamic Art, and the fascinating lives of those who crafted and used them, with these suggested resources.
Further Reading
Visitors to Treasured Ornament are invited to browse a selection of resource books, located in the final gallery's reading area. The full list of included books is below.
Suggested Texts
- Touma Near Eastern Collection, Drs. Joseph B. and Omayma Touma, 2010
- Approaching the Qur’an: The Early Revelations, Michael Sells, 2023
- How to Read Islamic Calligraphy, Maryam D. Ekhtiar, 2018
- How to Read Islamic Carpets, Walter B. Denny, 2014
- Islamic Art, Luca Mozzati, 2023
- Islamic Art: Past, Present, Future, Edited by Jonathan Bloom & Sheila Blair, 2019
- Orientalism, Edward W. Said, 1979
- Pattern and Light: The Aga Khan Museum, Philip Jodidio, Ruba Kana'an, Assadullah Melikian-Chirvani, Luis Monreal, 2014
- The Qur’an, Translated by M. A. S. Abdel Haleem, 2016
- What Is "Islamic" Art: Between Religion and Perception, Wendy M. K. Shaw, 2019
Children’s Books
- Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: A Muslim Book of Shapes, Hena Khan, 2018
- Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns: A Muslim Book of Colors, Hena Khan, 2022
- In My Mosque, M. O. Yuksel, 2021
- One Sun and Countless Stars: A Muslim Book of Numbers, Hena Khan, 2022
Interactive Map
The Treasured Ornament exhibition includes an interactive map that explores the dynasties and empires that flourished in Southwest Asia and North Africa (SWANA) between the 7th and 20th centuries. Experience the map for yourself by following the link below.
Explore The MapExhibition Texts
Preparing for a visit to Treasured Ornament? Reflecting on something you read while exploring the exhibition? Find the full exhibition texts below.