15 Centuries of Islamic art on display in Algiers

During the holy month of Ramadan, the Museum of Islamic Civilization in Algeria has thrown open its doors to a series of vibrant exhibitions celebrating the beauty and diversity of Islamic art , that will take place in Djamaa Al Djazair .

Like a journey through time, visitors are invited to explore a rich collection of ceramics, miniature painting, Arabic calligraphy and artistic photography, reflecting centuries of cultural heritage.

Open to the public until 13 March, the exhibition showcases works by renowned Algerian artists, both historic and contemporary, tracing the evolution of Islamic civilisation in the country since the arrival of Islam in North Africa.

Among the highlights are the creations of master calligrapher Mohamed Bensaïd Cherifi, known for transcribing the Holy Qur’an in several calligraphic styles and designing motifs for Algerian currency, as well as the works of Nourredine Kour, who blends traditional calligraphy with modern artistic expression. The exhibition also features ceramics and miniatures by artists such as Mustapha Adajout, Mohamed Temmam and Mohamed Boumehdi, alongside a photography collection by Samir Djama and displays of ancient manuscripts and calligraphy tools.

According to museum director Khaled Saber Cherifi, the aim of these temporary exhibitions is to retrace nearly fifteen centuries of Islamic artistic heritage in Algeria. More cultural events and exhibitions, particularly focusing on photography and history, are expected to follow in the coming months.