Students explore ‘Treasury of Islamic World’ at museum
GUST visits Dar Al-athar Al-islamiyyah
MISHREF, Kuwait, Dec 2: The Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST)Art in Culture and Architectural History students visited the Dar AlAthar Al- Islamiyyah accompanied by their Instructor Astrid de los Rios. The visit offered GUST students an amazing opportunity to combine two very different aesthetic experiences in one afternoon. On one hand, they could appreciate the unique architectural features of the building itself; the former historic American Mission Hospital, which was transformed in 2011 into the Amricani Cultural Centre. And on the other, they were introduced to the exhibition Treasury of the World by courtesy of Sheikha Alia Al-Sabah.
The Al-Sabah Collection possesses an unparalleled assemblage of Islamic jewelry and jeweled artifacts. In addition to what is certainly the largest and most representative collection of mediaeval Islamic jewelry in the world, the collection houses an incomparable representation of the jewelry and jeweled objects of the Mughal and Deccan territories of India from the 16th to 18th centuries. The latter has been extensively shown worldwide in the “Treasury of the World” exhibition; its first venue was the British Museum in London in 2001.
The Mughal Dynasty that ruled India from 1526-1857, was founded by Babur and is known to be one of the greatest Islamic states of the Indian subcontinent. It developed a heightened awareness and appreciation of all things beautiful — architecture, gardens, jewels, perfumes, and religious art.The Treasury of the World collection currently on display at the Amricani consists of a dazzling display of artifacts of the Mughal period, including jeweled items of personal adornment, princely weapons, carved jade and crystal bowls set with precious stones, ancient rubies and emeralds with calligraphic inscriptions, and other arthistorically important pieces representative of several imperial reigns.
Looking at the display student Anfal Al-Qallaf said: “The Islamic Art princi- ples we studied in class came to life when translated from words into those exquisitely crafted artifacts on display at the Amricani Centre.”
What was once a hospital has been converted into a multi-use facility known as the Amricani Cultural Centre which today symbolizes Kuwait’s patronage to the arts and culture.This compound of hospitals is one of the only two remaining examples of Gulf Mission style architecture in the world. The building became known as Dar alAthar al-Islamiyyah (DAI), where Sheikha Hussah Sabah Al-Salem AlSabah became the organization’s Director General.
GUST Architectural History student, Wallaa Hisham said: “To have such rare Gulf architectural samples preserved for future generations is already a great accomplishment and to have it had recycled into a museum that houses such a complete collection is just wonderful! Before we went on our trip I didn’t know about its existence now I’m telling all my friends to go.” Annual holiday bazaar: Bring the family and enjoy a festive day of shopping and socializing on Friday, Dec 7, 2012 at 10:30 am to 8 pm at the Salwa Sabah Al-Ahmed theater and hall, Gulf Road, entrance just after the Hard Rock Café, before Marina Crescent. Santa will be there from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm and 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm. KD 1 entrance fee. TASK general body meeting: Technical Staff Association of Kuwait (TASK), Kuwait conducting their General Body meeting on Dec 7, 2012 Friday 4:00 pm at Hi-Dine Auditorium. Election will conduct for selecting new office bearers for the year 2013.
The committee is inviting all members and technical staff non-residents from India in Kuwait to join hands with TASK and strengthen the association. For further details, contact: 97328735, 99453761 or e-mail to: taskkwt@hotmail.com Men’s Voice music concert: Christmas is the season of new beginnings and second chances! Headlines of disease, disaster and death slowly but surely acclimatize us to permanently anticipate the darker side of life. Men’s Voice Kuwait and Choral Society has always carried the message of love, hope and unity, touching the hearts of thousands, regardless of age, creed or religion.
Every year we look forward to ring the Christmas season with a night of joyous music. Popular 12-year-old choir draws us to the brighter side with the ‘The Joy of Christmas’ a wonderful concert on Friday, Dec 7, 2012 at 7:00 pm at Carmel School Auditorium, Khaitan.
Join us for a classical Christmas moment which for sure would put you in a festive mood. Listen to the heavenly music by great masters written to celebrate the season. It is for sure an early gift of glorious music for the whole family to enjoy. The Joy of Christmas is a wonderful opportunity for all to experience the real meaning of Christmas. For regular updates follow us on www.facebook.com/mensvoicekuwait or contact 94064465, 66044819. Winter Bazaar stalls booking: The much awaited Winter Wonderland Bazaar at The English School (TES) is on Saturday, Dec 8 from 1 to 4 pm. Bring your friends and family to enjoy an afternoon of shopping and fun activities. Amazing stalls selling great holiday gifts, handicrafts and accessories. Let kids meet Santa, buy gifts at Secret Shop, enjoy live music, bouncy castles, games and much more. This is your chance to book a table at this popular Bazaar. Please call email Randee Ramsey at rspittelramsey@gmail.com or tespavendors@gmail.com to book your tables! We look forward to your participation.
Entrance fee: adults KD 1, children free. Join us in Salmiya, Block 12, Mousaed Al Azmi Street. ILF annual day functions: Indian Lawyers’ Forum (ILF), the association of Indian Lawyers & Law graduates’ in Kuwait will conducts its Annual day functions on Dec 14, 2012 Friday 5.00 pm onwards at Indian Central School Auditorium, Abbassia Jleeb Al-Shiyukh.
This year we have planned to celebrate Annual Day Celebrations, with Public meeting, Directory/Souvenir release, Traditional displays, Dances, Thiruvathira, Oppana, Children’s programmes Orchestra and a grand Signature Programme.
To commemorate the event, we shall release a colourful Lawyers’ Directory/Souvenir, which would contain a variety of useful information, legal writings from senior lawyers, High Court justices & also advertisements.
For further information please contact, Adv. Thomas Panicker 24346934, 97203939, Adv. Suresh Pulickal 97260159, Adv. Mohammed Bashir 66258934. Email. advpanicker@gmail.com Forum Web: www.reocities.com/lawgraduates” Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: We are pleased to inform you that 11th edition of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas(PBD) Convention and Exhibition, the flagship event of the Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs, Govt Of India, will be held in Kochi, Kerala, and will be jointly Organised by and FICCI on Jan 7-9, 2013. The Government of Kerala will be the state partner of this event.
The Convention is to be formally inaugurated on Jan 8, 2013, after “Pre-PBD
Events” on the 7th January. The Valedictory address and the Pravasi Bharatiya Samma Awards ceremony is to be held on the Jan 9. Many eminent PIOs/NRIs and other important guests from India and abroad are likely to take part in the convention, which generally attracts over 4500 delegates.
Highlights of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas2012: Manmohan Singh, Hon’ble Prime Minister of India inaugurated the PBD Convention on 8th January,2012 The Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awards were conferred to 15 eminent Overseas Indians on Jan 9, 2012 by the then Hon’ble President of India. Ms Kamla Persad Bissessar, the Hon’ble Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago was the Chief Guest of the event Participation of over 2000 delegates from about 60 countries across the globe. Pre-conference seminars on solar energy, water and healthcare. A concurrent exhibition showcased contemporary India to the delegates. Why Pravasi Bharatiya Divas-2013.
To strengthen Diaspora’s engagement with India’s growth story and provide an invigorating platform to network and exchange views and perspectives
To enhance linkages and synergies for Diaspora across the spectrum: economic, social and cultural.
To foster Diaspora innovations and strides in science and technology
To deepen engagement with young Diaspora and facilitate new perspectives
To recognize Diaspora’s contribution to the Indian growth and development
Special focus on Kerala – The Partner State
Looking at the immense opportunity available at the event, we feel that you should take benefit of “Pravasi Bharatiya Divas-2013 Kochi” and participate at the show in a big way.
‘Looking forward to your very early and favorable response enable us to pro-