GFH supports ArtBahrain

Manama, Oct. 11 (BNA): GFH Financial Group "GFH", on Sunday announced its support for ArtBahrain as the fair’s Platinum and Venue Sponsor. The event takes place between 13 to 16 October 2015 on the Harbor North of the Bahrain Financial Harbour which will be held under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Wife of His Majesty the King, and President of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW). The inaugural of the ArtBahrain fair, which is committed to "Create, Connect and Inspire" will see the Kingdom join the universe of prestigious global art fairs that are connecting discerning buyers and collectors with premium works of art from around the world. Bahrain, which has long been a crossroads of culture, will now take its place on the global art scene showcasing a diverse mix of international works and schools of thought together under one roof. Commenting, Hisham Alrayes, CEO of GFH Financial Group, said: " We are delighted to support the launch and inauguration of ArtBahrain at the Bahrain Financial Harbour another icon of the Kingdom. Providing the venue for such a groundbreaking event underscores GFH’s commitment to supporting initiatives that help to further showcase and promote the Kingdom’s position as a leading centre not only for finance and business but also as a long-standing hub of multi culturalism. We look forward to a successful event and to welcoming some of the world’s top artists, galleries and collectors to Bahrain." The Fair will feature and be at attended by senior artists and gallerists from the UK, Europe, Far East and South Asia.