Universitätsmuseum für Islamische Kunst

Panorama of: Universitätsmuseum für Islamische Kunst (c) by Universitätsmuseum für Islamische Kunst. All rights reserved.
Description [EN]

The world’s largest collection of Islamic bronzes (7th–13th centuries) is housed in a historic townhouse in the heart of Bamberg’s Old Town. In addition to metalwork, the museum also features a significant collection of ceramics and glass. The objects originate primarily from the Iranian region (present-day Iran, Turkmenistan, and Afghanistan) and offer a fascinating glimpse into life along the Silk Road. Writing implements, medical and cosmetic utensils, as well as everyday objects such as oil lamps, incense burners, cauldrons, and jugs—right down to amulets and jewelry—demonstrate how a household of that era was furnished. Decorations featuring plant motifs and abstract patterns, as well as depictions of nature and animals, demonstrate the high standard of craftsmanship. They are executed using masterful metallurgical production and decorative techniques such as repoussé, stamping, chasing, inlay, and openwork.

Services

wardrobe

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Lockers

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Publicly accessible library / archive / study rooms

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Notes on using your smartphone or cameras

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Guided tours and group offers

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Accessibility

Access with ramp

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Guidance system for visually impaired people, Tactile / acoustic map

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Entrance soil indicators

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Marking of step edges

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Access stairless

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Access with ramp

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Elevator with tactile font / announcement

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Disabled toilet

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Additional information on Accessibility

Treppenlift vorhanden