Madrid: The exhibition of winning artworks from the Qatar International Arabic Calligraphy Competition, Al Raqim, organised by the Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs, attracted a diverse international audience at the Córdoba Conference Palace, reflecting the growing presence of Arabic calligraphy in the European cultural scene.
The display features 15 pieces representing the top three winners of the competition’s first edition, spanning five distinct Arabic calligraphy styles. The works showcase the richness of different schools and techniques, demonstrating both the authenticity of this historic art and its capacity for contemporary creative expression within a unified aesthetic vision.
Saleh bin Ali Al Marri, head of the organising committee, emphasised that the competition aims to serve as a global platform nurturing Arabic calligraphy talent, opening new horizons for creativity and visibility, while enhancing Qatar's role as a hub for arts and culture with international influence.
He added that the participation reflects the competition's growing presence in major global art exhibitions, with winning pieces attracting wide interest from cultural institutions and specialised audiences, standing as sophisticated artistic assets that embody the spirit of Arabic calligraphy and affirm its status as a universal human art form.
