February 11, Manama (BNA): Assouline “Bahrain Pearls: Treasures from the Land of the Two Seas” was published by Publishing in association with the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA).
In collaboration with BACA, Assouline Publishing releases “Bahrain Pearls: Treasures from the Land of the Two Seas”
The book is accessible in English at the Bahrain National Museum gift store, Assouline’s official website (www.assouline.com), and its shops across the world.
The history of pearling in the Kingdom is examined in depth in this book, which traces its beginnings to the Dilmun and Tylos eras (2200 BCE–300 CE). It draws attention to Bahrain’s position as a significant center for the production of natural pearls. The Pearling Path on the island of Muharraq, which was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2012, is a symbol of this historical legacy. The location includes several natural and cultural features that illustrate the pearling economy’s cultural aspect.
The book also details the Kingdom’s remarkable skill and inventiveness in the production of exquisite jewelry, which is based on the collection of natural pearls from oyster beds that are well-known for their high-quality pearls. The book highlights the pearl trade’s rich cultural legacy and clarifies its significant significance as a fundamental component of Bahrain’s identity through vivid narrative prose and excellent photos.
As the first luxury cultural brand in history, Assouline was established in Paris in 1994 by Prosper and Martine Assouline and is currently based in New York. By introducing a contemporary format for art and culture books and working with top brands, artists, photographers, writers, and designers in a celebration of creativity and excellence, the publishing house has redefined contemporary cultural publishing on a global scale with its unique approach and refined expertise.
