Photos: Art Dubai showcases diverse range of works

Visitors arrive for the 14th edition of Art Dubai at Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC, which features 50 galleries from 31 countries with a focus on modern and contemporary art, in Dubai.

Taking place from 29 March to 3 April, Art Dubai is one of the first global in-person art events taking place since the pandemic. Above, a gallery employee works in front of Angeles Agrela paintings at the 14th edition of Art Dubai.

Art Dubai is a joint venture between DIFC Investments and Middle East Fairs and forms part of DIFC’s wider approach to developing the art and culture scene in Dubai, something that it has been doing since opening in 2004. Above, Perrotin gallery at Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC.

Art Dubai will open doors to enriching experiences for visitors to DIFC, which is well known across the region as the premium leisure and cultural destination where business meets leisure.

People visit Swiss Fog Magnified. Arif Amiri, Chairman of the Board of Art Dubai and CEO of DIFC Authority, said: “Art Dubai and DIFC are synonymous with art and culture.

Art Dubai will open doors to enriching experiences for visitors to DIFC, which is well known across the region as the premium leisure and cultural destination where business meets leisure.

A vibrant and innovative ecosystem with over 2,900 registered firms, several of them featuring exceptional art showcases, DIFC’s lifestyle offerings include three five-star hotels, seven renowned art galleries, hundreds of culinary concepts and over 350 retail outlets.

Saudi artist Rashed Al Shashai's work titled Brand 14, Light Boxes, Plastic Cases, at the 14th edition of Art Dubai.

All COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed including thermal screening in addition to extra precautions to manage the capacity. Visitors can also use the newly launched Art Dubai App to book time slots in advance. Above, Ayyam gallery.

A woman visits oil on canvas paintings by Ayesha Sultana of the Experimenter gallery.

Around the Gate District, a specially curated sculpture park will have large-scale installations by eight artists including Emiratis Mohamed Ahmed Ibrahim and Hussain Sharif.