Golden Ink

A journey through time across the Islamic world, guided by exquisite manuscripts and artefacts that reveal unexpected stories. The official catalogue for Golden Ink: A Journey Across Arab and Islamic Manuscripts accompanies the landmark exhibition opening at Qasr Al Watan, the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi, in October 2025 and traveling to McGill University, Montréal, in January 2027. This trilingual publication (English, Arabic, French) includes over 250 pages of essays and full-color reproductions of rare manuscripts from prestigious collections. It highlights treasures never before published, offering readers an unprecedented opportunity to engage with previously unseen material. The catalogue traces the evolution of Arabic calligraphy, illumination, and manuscript culture, serving as a valuable reference for academic study and general appreciation alike. As the essential companion to the exhibition, the book is expected to attract strong interest from libraries, museums, universities, and collectors.