Beginning in the early 19th century, many painters of European origin produced painted representations of "the Orient" (the 19th-century descriptor for Asia Minor, the Levant, Egypt, and North Africa) from limited accounts by travelers, writers and diplomats who had visited the region.
The Arts of the Islamic World auctions will brings together a selection of unique objects and artefacts including: Metalwork, Glass, Ceramics, Manuscripts & Calligraphy, Carpets and and Rugs as well as decorative arts and furniture.
Fine jewelry & watches sales at AlBahie will include a vast range of jewels, diamonds, natural pearls and precious stones showcased alongside unique pieces, antique and modern from private collections & estates from around the world.
The AlBahie Contemporary Middle Eastern Art department is proud to support Contemporary Artists from the region with two inaugural Auctions in 2015 of established artists and a sale dedicated to young up and coming artists.