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          Art

          A deep dive into visual creativity, from classical masterpieces to contemporary installations, and the impact of art on culture and society

          The decommissioned Terminal 1 of Zayed International Airport is a landmark of regional modernism designed in the late 1970s by celebrated architect Paul Andreu. Photo: Nomad

          What to expect at Nomad Abu Dhabi, the travelling fair making its regional debut

          Art & DesignNovember 16, 2025
          Noor ‘Ala Noor by Fatma Lootah is a centerpiece of the exhibition. Antonie Robertson/The National

          Dhai Dubai’s closing to mark opening of new permanent art space at Expo City

          CultureNovember 15, 2025
          Desert Flowers by Lebanese artist Nadim Karam is made from twisted remnants of recent Israeli shelling. EPA

          Exhibition brings art to Pyramids of Giza, with some work forged from conflict

          Art & DesignNovember 13, 2025
          Coffee Shop in Madinah Road (1968) by Saudi artist Safeya Binzagr is part of Sotheby's second auction in Saudi Arabia. Photo: Sotheby's

          Rare artworks by Saudi artists part of Sotheby's second auction in the kingdom

          CultureNovember 12, 2025
          The Scent of Memories installation by Najat Makki was a highlight at the first Dhai Dubai in 2024. Khushnum Bhandari / The National

          A celebration of light and legacy: Emirati heritage in spotlight at Dhai Dubai

          CultureNovember 12, 2025
          Beirut's Roman baths were built in the 1st century AD. Photo: We Design Beirut

          Beirut’s forgotten Roman baths rejuvenated with marble makeover

          Art & DesignNovember 08, 2025
          Tanween by Tashkeel is returning to Downtown Design. Antonie Robertson/The National

          Local highlights at Downtown Design, including tables made from date pits

          CultureNovember 06, 2025
          When do thresholds become courtyards? at Dubai Design Week, an installation that examines the flexible, multifunctional space in Emirati homes. Chris Whiteoak / The National

          Community at the heart of Dubai Design Week, through courtyards and teahouses

          Art & DesignNovember 05, 2025
          Pulse Canopy by Rafael Lozano-Hemmer is on display as part of Manar Abu Dhabi in Al Ain. Pawan Singh for The National.

          Manar Abu Dhabi goes from coastline to desert as exhibition expands to Al Ain

          Art & DesignNovember 04, 2025
          Rembrandt's Young Lion Resting will be shown around the world ahead of its February 2026 auction. Photo: Sotheby's

          Rare Rembrandt lion drawing stops off in Abu Dhabi before New York auction

          Art & DesignNovember 03, 2025
          Sotheby’s has announced it will auction a solid gold toilet, a sculpture by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan called 'America'. Sotheby's via AP

          Feeling flush? Solid gold toilet goes to auction with $10 million starting price

          USOctober 31, 2025
          Dom Art Projects is inviting emerging UAE artists to apply for a residency at its Dubai studio. Photo: Dom Art Projects

          Dubai art space aims to become laboratory for experimentation and new ideas

          Art & DesignOctober 30, 2025
          After galleries in New York and London, Taymour Grahne brings his open-plan art and events space to Dubai. Victor Besa / The National

          New gallery in Alserkal Avenue will not represent a single artist. Here's why

          Art & DesignOctober 29, 2025
          Fahrelnissa Zeid's Carnations, 1946, is estimated to fetch between £40,000 ($53,000) and £60,000 ($80,000). Photo: Sotheby's

          Works by Inji Efflatoun, Fahrelnissa Zeid and Samia Halaby in Sotheby's sale

          Art & DesignOctober 27, 2025
          The Abiel Coin dates from between 300 and 100 BCE. Photo: Zayed National Museum

          Alexander the Great's ties to UAE to be explored at Zayed National Museum

          Art & DesignOctober 27, 2025
          Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi's design alludes to natural rock formations, reflecting on the its mission of engaging the public with the natural world. Photo: DCT – Abu Dhabi

          New museums opening across the UAE, from Dubai Museum of Art to Al Ain

          Art & DesignOctober 26, 2025
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