Harmony Masks Conflict: The Mediterranean in the Medieval Islamic Imagination

Pixeum: Islamic Maps from the Collection of Karen Pinto

This digital exhibition showcases a selection of medieval Islamic maps curated by historian Karen C. Pinto, offering a unique perspective on the cartographic traditions of the Islamic world from the 10th to the 19th century. The collection features maps from the Kitāb al-Masālik wa-al-Mamālik (Book of Roads and Kingdoms) tradition, including the "Ṣūrat al-Arḍ" (Picture of the World) and regional depictions of the Mediterranean and Maghrib. These maps, characterized by their schematic designs and rich iconography, provide insights into how medieval Muslim societies perceived their world. Visitors can explore high-resolution images and detailed descriptions, delving into the historical and cultural contexts of these cartographic masterpieces.

Project Website: https://pixeum.org/exhibits/412/islamic-maps-from-the-collection-of-karen-pinto

Collaborators: Karen Pinto