I read an article today in ARTnews Magazine about the new emerging art scene in Dubai. It appears that art dealers, creators, collectors and artists are flocking in droves to this newly developed desert paradise. What's the attraction? Four major museums are in the works on Abu Dhabi's Saadiyat Island; a Guggenheim designed by Frank Gehry, the Maritime Museum by Tado Ando, The Louvre Abu Dhabi by Jean Nouvel and Zaha Hadid has designed a state of the art performing arts center. The Guggenheim will be largest - a massive space of 450,000 square feet. The price tag for this grand global cultural explosion is estimated, like all things 'Dubai', in the billions. This is a country that settles for nothing short of perfection. How will this affect the art world? I believe that Dubai will surpass New York in the next few decades and become the art market of the world. And for us artists -- Dubai will rise to the top of our destination wish lists joining the ranks of Paris, Italy, India, Spain, Japan and our most recent addition China.
"Dubai is very addictive, its energy is being felt worldwide."
~ Farhad Moshiri
5 comments:
It is probably less of an emerging art scene than an engineered art scene. The vision of the leaders of Dubai is to make it a cultural and economic center, and they are spending vast amounts of money to make it happen.
I do not criticize. I find it fascinating. It looks like an amazing place that will grow even more amazing.
You make me wish that I hadn't let our subscription lapse.
Thank you for the update. Your global vision is appreciated.
The architecture that has been springing up over there is mind boggling, huge amounts of money thrown around. Not surprised that the art world is being zeroed in there.
I saw that article, too. Very interesting.
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