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Sotheby’s $1 Billion Boost and the Middle East’s Rise in the Global Art Market

Sotheby’s recent investment from Abu Dhabi’s ADQ reflects a broader shift toward the Middle East’s growing influence in the global art market.

ART Critic's Review

07 Nov 2024 — 5 min read

The grand exterior of Abu Dhabi’s Louvre museum on Saadiyat Island, a landmark in the UAE’s cultural transformation. With new cultural landmarks, ambitious art fairs, and strategic investments in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, the region is fast becoming a powerhouse for art and luxury. But as Western brands expand eastward, local relevance and true cultural connection remain essential questions. Photo by Yan Ma.

Gamma Radiation Found at Albany Bulb: Popular Bay Area Park Under Investigation

This discovery has raised safety concerns and questions about industrial pollution at the former landfill site.

View from Notre Dame’s towers, showing the Eiffel Tower and the River Seine.

Notre Dame Reopens: Iconic Cathedral Restored After Devastating Fire

The iconic cathedral, a symbol of resilience and global heritage, welcomes visitors to experience its rebirth, from the restored rose windows to the rebuilt spire.

A view of an exhibition room at Palazzo Reale, Milan, featuring masterpieces by Dalí, Warhol, and other artists.

Mafia Art Exhibition at Milan’s Palazzo Reale

Hidden for years in the shadowy world of organized crime, 80 confiscated masterpieces by artists like Dalí and Warhol now shine in Milan's Palazzo Reale.

Street covered with pink umbrellas forming a vibrant canopy, creating a whimsical and artistic atmosphere.

World Culture: Let’s Build Something BIG, Together

For too long, art and business have been treated like polar opposites: creativity versus strategy, beauty versus profit. But this divide is artificial.