Revealed by the Creator, Created by the Pen, by Artist- Razwan Baig
Wycombe Guildhall, High Street, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 2AG
Razwan Baig is a scholar, collector, philanthropist, Islamic art critic and researcher. His Islamic art collection includes items as diverse as textiles and ceramics to Qur’anic manuscripts and has been shown in several major art museums and international exhibitions.
His Collection is regarded as one of the largest private collections of Islamic Manuscripts in Europe. His interest in Islamic calligraphy began at the age of 12 and he has run workshops and presented on the art of calligraphy since 1994. He completed his qualifications in History of Art & Archaeology of Islamic world, from the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London. He has also obtained extensive training in Arabic calligraphy in many different styles from Birkbeck College and The University of Sunderland.
Razwan Baig has studied with world renowned calligraphers from Turkey, Baghdad and Pakistan.
His Collection has been exhibited internationally in major museums and institutions such as The British Museum, The British Library, The Victoria and Albert Museum and The Bucks County Museum to name but a few. His passion for exhibiting his Collection is solely due to the promotion of peace and tolerance in society. He uses his collection to build bridges between communities and break all the barriers of race, culture, faith and religion.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 08 September:
- 10am-4pm
Location & directions
Wycombe Guildhall, High Street, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 2AG
- Directions:
- In the historic heart of the town centre, a few minutes from car parks and a short walk from the train station. The exhibition takes place in the historic Guildhall, itself not often to the public
- Contact on day:
- Sheena Carman
- Telephone number:
- +447977155997
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
There is a lift and accessible toilets
Additional information
A beautiful exhibition, designed to be enjoyed and accessible for all.
- Max no of people per tour:
- 60
- Est. tour duration:
- 6 hour(s)
