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Crafting a Legacy: Celebrating 33 Muslim Explorers Through Art
My name is Bekir Salim. I am a painter living in America. I am waiting for your support for a small part of my museum project.
I'm not making a profit when I'm doing this job. My only desire is to keep my painting studio alive and use it for this job.
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Dear Friends,
We are thrilled to announce one of the three major museum exhibits in our series: “33 Muslim Pioneers in Science and Art” At the entrance of this section in our museum complex, we plan to install a stunning mural on the lobby wall, measuring 200 x 300 inches (5m x 7.70m). We invite you to join us in bringing this valuable piece of art to life.
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PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL
Sponsorship Proposal
Rebuilding The House of Wisdom (Bayt al-Hikma)
Project Title: Bayt al-Hikma – A Tribute to 33 Muslim Pioneers and Discoveries
Art Director and Project Leader: Bekir Salim / USA
Advisory Board (Academic Consultans):
Chairman: Professor Salim Ayduz / UK
Member: Tunay Alkan- History of Islamic Science / USA
Member: Fatih Kumas
Project Summary
This proposal presents a unique cultural initiative featuring a large-scale, historically inspired fresco and thirty-three major oil paintings accompanied by 3D objects. The goal is to revive the legacy of Muslim scholars who helped shape world knowledge—through the most universal language of all: Art.
Vision: This project is designed as a counterpart to Raffaello’s School of Athens fresco—offering a visual tribute to the greatest Muslim scholars in history: mathematicians, scientists, engineers, and philosophers. At the heart stands a monumental wall painting (200x300 inches / 5m x 7.7m), followed by 33 oil paintings (each 60x72 inches), with accompanying 3D representations of their inventions and instruments.
Title of the Fresco: Bayt al-Hikma (The House of Wisdom)
Format:
• A monumental fresco in the museum’s entrance lobby.
• Thirty-three large oil paintings (60x72 inches) + 33 three-dimensional scientific objects.
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Timeline
Total Duration: 36 Months (Executed Simultaneously)
• Phase 1: Research, Design & Preparation (2 months).
• Phase 2: Simultaneous production of fresco, 33 paintings, and 3D objects (34 months).
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Why This Project?
Today, the word “Islam” is often associated with conflict and division. This project seeks to transform that perception by showcasing the contributions of Islamic civilization to universal knowledge—through dazzling, inspiring, and beautifully crafted works of art.
Each painting will immortalize a luminous moment and a brilliant pioneer—depicting how intellect, curiosity, and craftsmanship enriched human history.
Your Role
To bring this vision to life, we seek partners among institutions, collectors, and philanthropic patrons. Your support will help realize not only a spectacular exhibit but also a global dialogue rooted in knowledge, respect, and unity.
You may sponsor the entire project or select an individual painting or scholar to dedicate. All contributions will be recognized permanently.
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Contact:
Bekir Salim
Project Director & Lead Artist – Bayt al-Hikma
[email redacted]
Let’s revive a forgotten legacy. Let’s rebuild the House of Wisdom together.
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Selected sources:
Organizer
BEKIR SALIM
Organizer
Bedford, MA