Cultural Heritage Curator of Islamic Art

7 days ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Davids Samling Full time

About the Role

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The Davids Samling is seeking a skilled and dedicated curator to join our team responsible for managing our distinguished collection of art from the Islamic world.

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As a cultural heritage curator, you will play a crucial role in engaging audiences through exhibitions, publications, and research activities. If you are passionate about the arts and cultures of the Islamic world, we encourage you to apply.

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About the Museum

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The Davids Samling is a private museum located in central Copenhagen, housing one of the world's finest collections of art from the Islamic world, as well as an exquisite collection of early modern Danish art and European art from the 17th-19th centuries.

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Our collection has expanded significantly since the 1960s, with over 3,000 works of art from across the Islamic world, created between the 7th and 19th centuries. These works cover various categories, including miniature painting, calligraphy, ceramics, textiles, metalwork, glass, and woodcarving.

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Your Responsibilities

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  • Maintain and develop the permanent Islamic exhibition.">
  • Organise thematic exhibitions.">
  • Write informative and engaging texts about Islamic art.">
  • Produce content for our website and digital platforms.">
  • Conduct research related to new acquisitions.">
  • Catalogue and integrate new acquisitions into the permanent exhibition.">
  • Participate in staff training and assist visiting colleagues and researchers.">
  • Edit and contribute to our scholarly journal.">
  • Deliver lectures as part of our event programme.">
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What We Offer

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You will become part of a highly motivated team dedicated to caring for an outstanding collection of fine art in the heart of Copenhagen. As a curator, you will work directly with the objects of the Islamic collection and have access to our rich research library.

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We offer a competitive salary, which is approximately **€55,000-65,000 per annum**, depending on experience and qualifications. You will also receive pension and employee benefits.

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This is a full-time, permanent position based at the Davids Samling in Copenhagen. You will be expected to be located within daily commuting distance of the museum.

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Apply with your resume, list of publications, and contact information for two references, in English or Danish, to demonstrate your passion for Islamic art and culture. The deadline for submission is 2 February 2025, at 10:00 PM (GMT+1).

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We expect to hold the first round of interviews in-person at the Davids Samling in February 2025. For additional information, please visit our website.



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