King Abdulaziz Public Library celebrates Arabic calligraphy on World Calligraphy Day
Riyadh’s King Abdulaziz Public Library marks World Calligraphy Day with exhibitions, workshops, and displays highlighting the beauty and heritage of Arabic calligraphy.
On August 13, the King Abdulaziz Public Library in Riyadh celebrated World Calligraphy Day, drawing attention to the beauty and heritage of Arabic calligraphy. The library is dedicated to preserving the significance of Arabic calligraphy as a remarkable visual art, blending authenticity and spirituality with the musicality and fluidity of words.
The occasion saw the library host a series of exhibitions, workshops, and displays, showcasing the elegance of Arabic script and the Arabic language. Visitors could admire over 200 books on the art and aesthetics of Arabic calligraphy at the International Arabic Calligraphy Exhibition, and partake in workshops tailored for advanced practitioners, beginners, and young individuals.
Additionally, an impromptu competition for children offered a platform for young calligraphers to showcase their skills. The library's extensive collection, which includes over 350 Qur'ans in various scripts, illuminated the rich artistic heritage of Arabic calligraphy through gilded and ornamented manuscripts, Andalusian works, and documents reflecting unique calligraphic styles from Al-Andalus.
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