Co-convenor, Arts of the Islamic World module
SOAS-Alphawood Asian Art Programme
Cairo in the Fifteenth Century
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Key information
Key information
- Duration
- 21 May - 09 Jul 2027
- Attendance mode
- Online
Course overview
As capital of the Mamluk Sultanate, which ruled over Egypt, Syria and the Holy Cities of Mecca and Medina, Cairo in the fifteenth century was one of the largest and most cosmopolitan cities of the Islamic world. Its markets drew merchants, scholars and pilgrims from Africa, Asia and Europe.
This online specialist art short course will explore the urban fabric of the Mamluk capital and how it was shaped by the ambitious building projects of its sultans and amirs, culminating in the patronage of Sultan Qaytbay. The lectures offer a broad view of the artistic output of the period, looking at metalwork, manuscripts and woodwork, as well as glass, textiles and architecture.
The course is offered by the SOAS-Alphawood Asian Art Programme and convened by Chiara De Nicolais (co-convenor of the Arts of the Islamic World module). Each lecture will be followed by a Q&A session, offering a unique opportunity to engage with leading scholars and curators in the field.
Structure
The course consists of eight, weekly lectures, hosted via Zoom on Friday afternoons (UK time). Each lecture is followed by an extended Q&A opportunity.
All lectures will also be recorded and made available for registrants to view in their own time for three months after the course ends, so if you can’t join a session live you can catch up at your leisure.
The full schedule will be confirmed in the near future.
Fees and funding
Registration Fee: £375
Bursary for residents of Southeast Asia:
Bursary places are available for permanent residents of the following countries: Brunei, Cambodia, East Timor, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar/Burma, Singapore, Thailand or Vietnam.
Those interested are required to complete a short application form, stating how attendance of the course will positively impact their professional, academic or personal development. Successful applicants will receive a fully funded place on the course.
Enquiries
- Email: asianart@soas.ac.uk
- Phone: +44 (0)20 7898 4445
