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The “Berber Jewelry from Royal Palace” exhibition, inaugural program of the Qatar-Morocco 2024 Year of Culture, wrapped up at the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha.
Initiated by His Majesty King Mohammed VI and exhibited for the first time outside the Kingdom, this exhibition testifies to the depth of the strong and historical ties between the two brotherly peoples and the two Heads of State, His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist Him, and His Highness Sheikh Tamim Ben Hamad Al Thani.
Organized by Morocco’s National Museums Foundation and the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha with the support of the Moroccan Embassy in Qatar, this exhibition, open to public from February 20 to May 20, represented a unique window on Moroccan culture.
It was a face-to-face encounter between the visitor and an impressive collection of silver jewelry, which represents an important part of the permanent exhibition of Morocco’s Oudayas belonging to the National Ornament Museum in Rabat, paying tribute to the craftsmen who meticulously crafted these exceptional pieces and, in particular, to the women who have preserved these traditions.
Many Moroccans residing in Qatar, Qataris and tourists passing through Doha have expressed their great pride in discovering this collection which represents an exceptional facet of Moroccan tangible and intangible heritage. It is the first time that this collection, acclaimed by the thousands of visitors who had the privilege of discovering it, has been exhibited outside of Morocco.
To immortalize this exceptional and historic moment, a film of rare beauty was produced in order to capture the beauty of these 200 exceptional jewels and to reach a wider audience around the world.
“Years of Culture”, an initiative aimed at strengthening relations between nations and peoples, has designated Morocco as Qatar’s partner for 2024. This year will be punctuated by major artistic exhibitions and cultural events in each of the two countries.
Morocco is planning a series of events where Moroccan know-how, culture, architecture, gastronomy and arts will be in the spotlight.
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