On Friday, April 5th, the Legion d’Honneur was awarded to France and Claude Lemand at the Institut du Monde Arabe in Paris by Jack Lang. An opportunity to reflect on a life trajectory marked by war, artistic pursuit, and generosity.…
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The Bassam Freiha Art Foundation (BFAF), founded by philanthropist and art collector H.E. Bassam Freiha, debuts on March 4, 2024, as the inaugural private art foundation in Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Cultural District. As the sole private institution in the district,…
Omar Rajeh, a choreographer and performer, in collaboration with Maqamat, presents a new solo creation titled ‘Dance is not for us’ that delves into his dance and autobiographical world, exploring the act of performance as a shared experience. Through his…
The Phoenician Alphabet, Nayla Romanos Iliya Renowned Lebanese architect and artist Nayla Romanos Iliya delves into the depths of her latest book and artistic exploration, “The Phoenician Alphabet”, through a conversation with Rose Issa on Thursday, 8th June 2023, from…
The Reopening of the Nicolas Ibrahim Sursock Museum, Beirut After almost three years of forced closure, a beacon of art and culture in Beirut is set to illuminate the city once again. The Nicolas Ibrahim Sursock Museum, known for its…
Architects Lina Ghotmeh and Asif Khan appointed for two major museums in AlUla, Saudi Arabia The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) announces Lina Ghotmeh and Asif Khan as architects for two upcoming museums in its constellation of cultural assets. Ghotmeh…
Art of the Islamic and Indian Worlds including Oriental Rugs and Carpets Christie’s announces the auction of the Art of the Islamic and Indian Worlds including Oriental Rugs and Carpets taking place live at Christie’s King Street, London, on 27…
Sharjah Architecture Triennial 2023 Edition Final Public Programme Tosin Oshinowo presents Communal Tectonics: Social Sustainability in the Global South, a conversation between her and SAT02 participants: 51-1 Arquitectos, Hunnarshala Foundation, Bubu Ogisi, Henry Glogau and Hive Earth Studio. In the…
Top five art terms important for collectors to know and understand in 2023 Whether it’s talking about abstracts, décollage, giclée, or mezzotint, the art world’s lingo can be intimidating. The artworld glossary is full of specialist terms yet…
The curtain is rising on: THE SPECTACULAR WORLD OF CHANEL FRAGRANCES “ CHANEL perfumery has an existential aim. LE GRAND NUMÉRO DE CHANEL is an emotional journey, an opportunity to discover every facet of a fragrance and the role it plays.” Thomas du Pré de Saint Maur, Head…