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Genius of the Place: Al Muftaha
A long-dormant artists' community revived as a historical and cultural village in the heart of ArabiaAl Muftaha brought together artisans passionate about photography, traditional crafts and fine arts. Although closed for some years, its colorful buildings stand witness to its once-lively spirit and pioneering...- $60.00
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Genius of the Place: Al Saggaf Palace
The history of a political and architectural icon of Saudi ArabiaSituated within the valleys of Mecca, Al Saggaf Palace has witnessed the unfolding of history. As an effort to preserve the cultural and historical value of the palace, this book is a collection of...- $60.00
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Genius of the Place: Irqah
Once an abandoned hospital believed to be haunted, now renovated into a multidisciplinary arts centerIrqah Hospital is an iconic building with a mysterious character. The Ministry of Culture of Saudi Arabia has repurposed it into an all-inclusive arts center and commissioned five photographers and...- $60.00
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Genius of the Place: Khuzam Palace
Fortified gates, mosaic-decorated windows and large halls characterize this palace critical to Saudi Arabia's foundingLocated in the southeast of Jeddah, Khuzam palace is an important royal palace in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This whimsical book exhibits the unique architectural style of Khuzam, and...- $60.00
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Mountains: The Giants of Nature
The intimidating beauty of earth's highest altitudes explored in photography, with excerpts from writers throughout historyThe mountain is a compelling landform both for its sheer beauty as well as the metaphorical and symbolic significance humans have always placed upon it. This volume pays tribute...- $60.00
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Sardinia: Megalithic Island
A revelatory guide to one of the oldest and most mysterious civilizations of the MediterraneanWith no written record of their own, the Nuragic civilization has long remained shrouded in mystery to contemporary scholars. The ancient Mediterranean civilization is thought to have occupied what is...- $45.00
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Scripts and Calligraphy: Path to the Soul
A gorgeous visual history of Arabic calligraphyThis publication highlights the stages of the Arabic script's development since its very beginnings and the artistic relationship between calligraphy, contemporary art and artificial intelligence through an exceptional journey of knowledge, featuring Saudi and international master calligraphers, contemporary...- $50.00
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The Henraux Collection
Chronicling the rich history and impressive sculpture collection of a leading marble extraction and fabrication companyThis publication highlights the history and holdings of the Fondazione Henraux Collection, featuring works by Italian and international artists such as Henry Moore, Hans Arp, Isamu Noguchi, Joan Miró...- $40.00
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