Researchers

Research and scholarship are core elements of our curatorial, conservation, and archaeology and heritage activities. Our experts engage with a wide range of subjects, from ancient manuscripts to contemporary artistic practices and everything in between. We also make our resources available to the public and scholarly community through in-person programming and online materials.

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Mathaf Library

The Mathaf Library, or Maktaba in Arabic, is a research library specialising in modern and contemporary Arab art from the region.
Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art
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MIA Library

The MIA Library is home to more than 21,000 books on Islamic art, one of the largest collections in the region.
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NMOQ Library

Located on the third floor of the museum, the Library's collection and programmes foster learning, promote literacy and encourage education.
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3-2-1 Library

Our library offers a comprehensive catalogue of sports-related books and journals as well as exciting programmes and activities for sports fans and researchers.
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Scholarly Publications

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Exhibition Catalogues

Qatar Museums offers a selection of exhibition publications, recording and reflecting on past visiting artists and artworks.
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Modern Art

Explore modern and contemporary art books, many featuring important Arab artists associated with Qatar Museums.
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Orientalist Art

Explore Qatar Museums' vast selection of publications on Orientalist Art.
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Islamic Art

Delve deep into our extensive collection of publications on Islamic Art and its history.

Recent Stories

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A Masterpiece of Persian Grandeur: The Bacri-Clark Sickle-Leaf ‘Throne’ Carpet

By Nicoletta Fazio

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Researchers

Conservation Highlights: Composition (1968) by Mohamed Melehi

By Dr Stefani Kavda

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The Relaunch of the Mathaf Encyclopedia: Echoes of the Region

By Hissa Al Hitmi

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Resolutions: Curators’ Letter

By Hadeel Al-Kohaji, Fatima Mostafawi, Noora Abdulmajeed and Arthur Debsi.

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Life Is Architecture: A Curator's Perspective on Rethinking I. M. Pei

Interview by Vrinda Abilash

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Conservation Spotlight

Documentary I 6 Episodes

MIA Conservation Series

Explore the captivating tale of preserving the Museum of Islamic Art's (MIA) collection in great detail.

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Episode 1

Behind the Scenes: An Introduction to Conservation

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Serhat Karakaya, Metals and Jewels Conservator at the Museum of Islamic Art

Episode 2

Behind the Scenes: Conserving Metals and Jewellery

Museum of Islamic Art Watch
Photo of Wood and Stone Conservator at the Museum of Islamic Art, Stefan Masarovic

Episode 3

Behind the Scenes: Conserving Wood and Stone

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Elpida Gazi and Reem Al Khuzaei, book, paper and manuscript conservators at MIA

Episode 4

Behind the Scenes: Conserving Books, Paper and Manuscripts

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Episode 5

Behind the Scenes: Conserving Glass and Ceramics

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Tatiana Zhdanova, Museum of Islamic Art textile conservator

Episode 6

Behind the Scenes: Conserving Textiles

Museum of Islamic Art Watch

Documentary I 6 Episodes

MIA Conservation Series

Explore the captivating tale of preserving the Museum of Islamic Art's (MIA) collection in great detail.

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Episode 1

Behind the Scenes: An Introduction to Conservation

Museum of Islamic Art
Serhat Karakaya, Metals and Jewels Conservator at the Museum of Islamic Art

Episode 2

Behind the Scenes: Conserving Metals and Jewellery

Museum of Islamic Art
Photo of Wood and Stone Conservator at the Museum of Islamic Art, Stefan Masarovic

Episode 3

Behind the Scenes: Conserving Wood and Stone

Museum of Islamic Art
Elpida Gazi and Reem Al Khuzaei, book, paper and manuscript conservators at MIA

Episode 4

Behind the Scenes: Conserving Books, Paper and Manuscripts

Museum of Islamic Art
Image for Ioannis Spanos, Glass & Ceramics conservator at Museum of Islamic Art

Episode 5

Behind the Scenes: Conserving Glass and Ceramics

Museum of Islamic Art
Tatiana Zhdanova, Museum of Islamic Art textile conservator

Episode 6

Behind the Scenes: Conserving Textiles

Museum of Islamic Art

Additional Resources

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Online Collection

Our Online Collection features rare textiles, ceramics, sculptures, paintings, jewellery and even historic items from the world of sport.
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Mathaf Encyclopedia

Explore the Mathaf Encyclopedia of Modern and Contemporary Arab Art. Discover artist biographies, essays, and scholarly insights.
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NMOQ Explorer

Developed in collaboration with Microsoft, NMOQ Explorer invites visitors into the collection of the National Museum of Qatar through an immersive and interactive platform.
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Archaeological Research Projects

We engage in archaeological fieldwork daily and are continuously excavating and conserving heritage structures across Qatar.
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