When the letter turns into art... the story begins
Six days of creativity and knowledge, in which we celebrate the aesthetics of Arabic calligraphy, decoration and gilding, and explore the history of the letter, its schools and techniques.
The Syrian Forum for the Art of Arabic Calligraphy and Ornament
10 - 15 August 2026 | Damascus
When craftsmanship turns into art...
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