The founder and director of MAAD Gallery believes that, from New York and London to Dubai, Doha, Jeddah, Beirut, Abu Dhabi, and Tehran, art is no longer merely a cultural icon—it has become an investment asset.

‘In Plain Sight’ marks her first solo exhibition at Gallery Isabelle.

From emerging filmmakers in Saudi Arabia to international exhibitions exploring memory, migration and identity, Art Jameel’s 2026 programme reflects the evolving conversations shaping contemporary culture today.

In today’s world, fine art insurance is no longer a supplementary service; it is a strategic pillar of the global art market. Just as financial markets cannot function without robust financial institutions, the art market cannot become a secure, sustainable, and truly global marketplace without a…

Frank Gehry-designed landmark will redefine the global conversation on modern and contemporary art, placing Abu Dhabi at the heart of international cultural exchange

The founder and director of Baran Auction, the Middle East's first specialised auction dedicated to calligraphy, Islamic calligraphy, and Islamic arts, believes that contemporary art in the region is experiencing a state of "identity suspension" and argues that artists across the Middle East must…

The inaugural edition of the Kavian Private Auction was held at Maher Gallery in Iran Mall, presenting 30 artworks and collectible objects. According to the organiser, the sale generated nearly US$3 million, with more than half of the lots successfully sold.

MAAD Gallery is presenting Unto Human, a group exhibition featuring 35 sculptures and installations, on view through Friday, 31 July 2026, at Bagh-e Sizdah Chenar in Tehran.

The exhibition invites visitors into the richly layered universe Dawood has developed over more than two decades. Grounded in research, the works draw on history, literature, architecture, music, science, and technology, creating unexpected and imaginative connections across disciplines.