Artistic collaboration — meaning cooperation toward the creation of a single unified artwork — has deep roots in Iranian art. Traditional miniature paintings, for instance, were the product of collective labor divided among specialized craftsmen. With the rise of modernism and its emphasis on individualism, the structure of art production shifted; yet collective practices persisted...

Art Dubai began in 2007 and over the past 17 years has established itself as a catalyst for the arts of the MENASA region in local, regional and international conversations. This art fair has also helped to place the art of these regions on the world map.Art Dubai 2024 will be held in March as usual. This event in four sections: Contemporary, Gateway, Modern and Digital also hosts I...

This fall, Sotheby’s is showcasing several important private collections at the heart of its bi-annual 20th Century Art/Middle East sale. From pioneering modernist masters to groundbreaking contemporary artists, one of the binding principles guiding these female-led collections are passion, dedication and the connections and conversations incited by powerful works. It is rare to be...