VOICED : Christie's previews Dubai art auction

The video discusses the growth of the international art market, highlighting the role of collectors in Dubai and the Middle East. It covers the development of museums in Qatar, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai, which are expected to boost art appreciation in the region. The video also explores how Arab and Turkish artists share common cultural themes in their work, despite not living in the same cities. Finally, it touches on the online art scene in the Middle East.

What is contributing to the growth of the international art market in the Middle East?

• The decline of art interest in Europe

• The participation of Middle Eastern collectors in global auctions

• The closure of museums in the region

• The lack of international collectors visiting the region

Which cities in the Middle East are mentioned as having new museums?

• Riyadh and Jeddah

• Beirut and Amman

• Qatar and Abu Dhabi

• Cairo and Istanbul

How are new museums expected to impact the art scene in the Middle East?

• By limiting the exposure of local artists

• By increasing the appetite for art

• By reducing the awareness of art

• By decreasing the number of art collectors

What commonality is shared among Arab and Turkish artists according to the video?

• They have the same art education

• They all live in the same city

• They use the same art techniques

• They share a common cultural heritage

Why might Arab and Turkish artists address similar themes in their work?

• They live in the same neighborhood

• They frequently collaborate on projects

• They have a shared cultural heritage

• They have all studied in the same art school