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The following quotations are from Press cuttings and Speeches relating to the Khalili Collection of Spanish Art:
"a landmark in the study of nineteenth century Spanish decorative art"
Dr. Alan BorgDirector, Victoria & Albert Museum |
'... the appreciation of all the Zuloaga descendants [goes] to Prof Khalili... for this superb collection of damascene art, and... for having given the world the opportunity to admire the works, not only of the Zuloagas, but of all the Basque artisans like them.'
Marid Rosa Surez Zuloaga, Zuloaga Museum, Spain |
"The Medici, Lady Charlotte Schreiber, J. Paul Getty -- all names inscribed on the roll of honour of those who had an overwhelming urge to collect' who had taste and the means to back their judgement. Such collections are spread as thinly today as ever, but one such is Professor Nasser D. Khalili...
His collection of Islamic works of art is impressive, as is the unrivalled group of metalwork, ceramics, cloisonné, lacquer and ivories from meiji Japan (1868-1912). There are also collections of Spanish damascened metalwork, particularly by the master-craftsman Zuloaga, and textiles from Sweden and India, all under the auspices of the Khalili Family Trust."
David Battie
MASTERPIECE MAGAZINE |
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