Bahrain to host international art exhibition

Manama, May 19 (BNA): 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), Bahrain will host the most anticipated art exhibition "Art Bahrain," which focuses on creation, communication and inspiration. During a press conference held today by Art Bahrain team, it was announced that Art Bahrain will commence on October 13. The Art Bahrain team revealed details of participating galleries and artists from around the world, urging young artists to participate in the exhibition and join the leading names. It was also announced that the first edition of Art Bahrain will feature the launch Sacha Jafri’s 18-year Retrospective International Collection. The full Retrospective Collection comprises 48 artistic works, which include the best four paintings from each of his 12 collections from 1996 to 2014. A selection of these pieces have been handpicked and carefully curated by the artist, to be displayed at Art Bahrain, which is the first international event to display these artistic works together, then they will be displayed at other international exhibitions. Art Bahrain Co-Founder Kaneka Subberwal said that Bahrain enjoys a refined level of appreciation for talent and art, which makes it a great location for international art exhibitions. Art Bahrain team expect to host up to 200 international art collectors, close to 2,000 VIP clients and approximately 10,000 visitors, which will gather artists, art collectors and art lovers and serve as a platform where artists and galleries from around the world will share space and inspiration with local artists. Art Bahrain Co-Founder Khalid Juman said that Art Bahrain was successful at attracting prominent exhibitors, thanks to HRH Princess Sabeeka's support. The fair will also see the works of leading Bahraini artists Jamal Abdul Rahim, Shaikha Lulwa bint Abdulaziz Al Khalifa and Shaikha Marwa bint Rashid Al Khalifa, amongst others. The first edition of the annual exhibition "Art Bahrain" will be organised by Art Select and Pico International Bahrain. The exhibition aims to promote the growth and dissemination of artistic thought at the local level and provides an unprecedented opportunity for artists, galleries and art collectors to communicate with the community and art lovers in the Kingdom of Bahrain and the region in general. It is an initiative designed to encourage individuals and companies to invest in art and displays many gifted artists of South Asia and the Middle East by hosting regular exhibitions.