Prof. Dr. Harby Ezzeldeen El-Naggar
Over 25 years of experience in the conservation of historic textiles and carpets — including the Kaaba Kiswa, historic carpets, and textiles across Egyptian museums.
Prof. Dr. Harby Ezzeldeen El-Naggar
Professor of Antiquities Conservation at Cairo University and Senior Cultural Heritage Consultant with over 25 years of expertise. Specializing in historical documentation, artifact restoration, and museum display, with a distinguished track record in conserving organic historical items—including historic textiles, antique carpets, and the Holy Kaaba Kiswa. Additionally, I serve as a certified Human Capital & Capacity Building Expert, delivering transformational training programs for academic institutions and organizations across Egypt and the Arab region.
Full academic journey ←Conservation Work
The Kaaba Kiswa
Conservation of textile objects from the interior and exterior Kaaba kiswa, and door curtains of the two Holy Mosques, decorated with metallic embroidery threads.
Historic Carpets & Curtains — Cairo University
Conservation of two Ottoman-era carpets and a 4-piece silk curtain that once adorned the Grand Ceremonial Hall and the Royal Room at Cairo University.
Textiles in Egyptian Museums & Excavations
Conservation of historic textiles and costumes across several Egyptian museums and excavation sites, including supervised preventive-conservation projects.