Fatimids

7 artifacts · 969 CE – 1013 CE · architecture (4) · people (1) · art (1) · artifact (1)

As a dynamic Islamic caliphate, the Fatimids were known for their cultural and intellectual contributions, particularly in architecture and art. Discover the legacy of this influential dynasty through their stunning structures and exquisite artifacts that reveal the vibrancy of medieval Cairo.

The Collection

• Cairo — 969 CE · architecture
• Foundation of Cairo — 969 CE · architecture
• Al-Azhar Mosque — 971 CE · architecture
• Al-Hakim bi-Amr Allah — 985 CE · people
• Fatimid art — 1000 CE · art
• Rock Crystal Ewer — 1000 CE · artifact
• Al-Hakim Mosque — 1013 CE · architecture