Edge of Arabia - Jeddah - KSA
19 Jan - 18 Feb - 2012
2010 Terminal - Edge of Arabia - Istanbul - Turkey
Aya Alireza
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Edge of Arabia
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http://edgeofarabia.com/publications/we-need-to-talk
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This exhibition marks another important milestone for this non-profit organisation, and indeed the general cultural landscape of the region, as this is the most significant show of Saudi contemporary art ever held in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
WE NEED TO TALK EXHIBITION FOREWORD ISABELLE DE LA BRUYERE DIRECTOR, CHRISTIE'S, MIDDLE EAST
Edge of Arabia is internationally recognised as a pioneering art project that has shed new light on the contemporary art and culture of Saudi Arabia. This exhibition marks another important milestone for this non-profit organisation, and indeed the general cultural landscape of the region, as this is the most significant show of Saudi contemporary art ever held in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
It is with enormous pleasure that Christie's continues to support Edge of Arabia. Since 2010, our collaboration has seen many successes, including last year's sale of six outstanding artworks generously donated by some of their most prominent artists in order to support the expansion of an arts education programme in the Kingdom. The success of this memorable sale marked an historic moment in the Middle Eastern art market, and helped Edge of Arabia gain greater international recognition and admiration among art collectors from around the world. Having helped to firmly establish Middle Eastern art as a collecting area among an international group of buyers, Christie's, as market leaders, is proud to further reinforce their commitment to support the development of arts education in the region. Saudi Arabia is a dynamic growth area for Christie's, and the country's vibrant contemporary art scene is clearly apparent through the many outstanding works by the talented emerging and established contemporary artists showcased in this impressive exhibition. The commitment of Edge of Arabia to re-invest in the future of arts and culture in Saudi Arabia is to be applauded, and we are truly honoured to support this committed group as they inspire the next generation of artists locally, regionally and internationally.
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