# Saudi Dates: A Portrait of the Sacred Fruit

- **Brand:** Assouline
- **Price:** $120.00
- **Catalog:** assouline
- **Retailer:** assouline
- **Product URL:** https://go.cosimo.shop/r/gAAAAABq9LRjC4TDhtIUK2FGNpeJoDNTaIjrObYCz3CKa9i6otEkVlmNS0vdW2wTNmryucEwZ902Tbz249wSElYvdNVN0sWmIGAxe3OygPnL0tcCO8XRbc7oD-F--wdh_tzdHRL_WSnGhoGgSdCnME0YxECgV_g4PybNJW-mZjKMG6-YBdzZ1ND2r6DdVJMSzTjf2nYAnSU-Ll8iIuKe8EpauAFer074Y-QYIxoInBzCx3ZIs14jLFyeryYgJevsxQWeRANOMDf6oJe0K4QwYxPv5FBlvXgYAit7qzRbJPPcyTfqE6onyMYAqc0mUtivwgB3AkoCQQTGp2WARuUkkyDEXbp7aJ8zFuUy4JBJwd7E54nz4yba8rkITC-sy01Oq2GdzHPEcrmcgM6Hl8A3rUBWCCUmiYFfHubK2enUzDNDECYKkZlxze1lwyzxuV_XmgDXDsEvCvzf6QC9-FYdYA33lCoPCHg52w==
- **GTIN:** 882664003746
- **Availability:** In stock

## Summary

A luxury silk hardcover coffee table book titled 'Saudi Dates: A Portrait of the Sacred Fruit', featuring a vibrant illustrated cover with palm trees and traditional motifs.

## Description

Date palms emerge across the landscapes of Saudi Arabia, sprouting sacred fruit, creating the ideal oasis. The palm offers shelter and sustenance and is held in high esteem in the region. Dates are referenced throughout the Qur’an and some consider the palm as the tree of life and power. Harvesters in Saudi Arabia have honed their skills over the centuries ensuring the best product. Saudi Arabia is home to the world’s largest date palm oasis which is also a UNESCO’s Heritage site. A great pride of the country, dates are also the perfect coffee accompaniment. Saudi Dates: A Portrait of the Sacred Fruit explores the many facets of this important fruit and its unique beauty. Original photography by Oliver Pilcher and illustrations by Rafael Alterio are supplemented by images by Ayoub Alsuhaibani. Created in collaboration with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Ministry of Culture, this title is the latest addition to the Saudi Arabia series, inviting readers to experience the many wonders of the nation.

## Appearance

- **Materials:** Silk Hardcover

## Variants

- **In stock:** 1 of 1

| SKU | Availability |
| --- | --- |
| 39957441577044 | In stock |

## Categories

- **Categories:** Books

## Additional Attributes

- **isbn:** 9781649801708
- **tags:** endear:food-drink, live-rates, Online Store
- **author:** Text by Mohammed Bin Ismail Al-Ismail
- **vendor:** ASSOULINE
- **weight:** 5.0 lb
- **language:** English
- **dimensions:** W 10 x L 13 x D 2 in
- **page count:** 208 pages
- **released on:** February 2023
- **photographer:** Oliver Pilcher
- **product type:** Books
- **dust regularly:** Use a soft, dry cloth or feather duster to gently remove dust from the cover and page edges.
- **shopify handle:** saudi-dates-a-portrait-of-the-sacred-fruit
- **cover materials:** Silk Hardcover
- **avoid direct sunlight:** Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight may cause fading or discoloration of the cover and pages, or melt or warp the binding, compromising the book's integrity.
- **number of illustrations:** Over 100
- **use caution when opening:** Do not force the spine flat, especially on new books, as this may damage the binding.
- **handle with clean dry hands:** Always use clean, dry hands when handling your book to avoid transferring oils, dirt, or liquids onto the pages and cover.
- **keep away from sharp objects:** Sharp objects can damage the cover and pages.
- **keep away from liquids and food:** Avoid placing books near food or beverages to prevent spills and stains.
- **keep away from children and pets:** Large books are heavy and unwieldy and may cause injury.
- **store in a cool dry place on a low secure shelf:** Humidity and moisture can damage the paper and melt or warp the binding. Store books upright and closed on a flat surface, away from heat sources. Heavy books placed precariously on high shelves or surfaces may cause injury. Do not use as a storage surface.

## Enrichment

- **Type:** coffee table book
- **Type Synonyms:** hardcover book, art book
- **Tags:** silk hardcover, illustrated cover, palm tree motif, geometric patterns, cultural book
- **Styles:** luxury, artistic, maximalist
- **Category Path:** Media > Books > Print Books
- **Book cover type:** Hardcover
- **Genre:** Arts, History, Religion & spirituality, Society & culture
- **Language version:** ENG- English
- **Target audience:** Suitable for all ages
- **Canonical Brand:** Assouline

## Images

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