Because Art is Pan-Cultural: Connecting Art Worlds, For a Thriving Art Future.

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Qantara Collection, a name inspired by the Arabic word "Qantara," meaning "bridge," symbolizes our mission to connect global artistry with the cultural richness of the Middle East and GCC region. While "Qantara" doesn't have a direct literal translation in English, its closest meaning refers to a "bridge" or "archway"—symbolic structures that link and connect. At Qantara, we strive to represent and promote international artists, acting as a bridge for their work to reach discerning audiences and collectors across the MENA and GCC markets, including art foundations, governments, museums, galleries, private sector entities, as well as art patrons and collectors in the region.

As the Middle East increasingly focuses on art investments, there exists a significant gap where international artists, particularly from the US, Europe, and Asia, struggle to gain traction. Many of these artists are facing challenges in their home markets due to economic factors and shifting investment priorities. This is where Qantara provides a critical solution, seamlessly introducing these artists to a dynamic and sophisticated market in the GCC and MENA region, eager to invest in exceptional and timeless works. 

Through the strategic representation of high-value, long-term investment artworks by pioneering artists from around the world, exclusive exhibitions, and the lending and sale of premium, investment-grade art, we facilitate access to exceptional collections. Additionally, our innovative art programming fosters dynamic experiences that elevate global art within a thriving, culturally diverse landscape

Services

Request Our Exclusive Catalogue

Our carefully curated catalogue showcases a selection of the finest artworks, from timeless masterpieces to cutting-edge contemporary creations. Available upon request, the catalogue offers an in-depth look at the exclusive pieces we represent, including artist profiles, exhibition highlights, and investment opportunities

To explore our collection further, simply reach out to us, and we’ll provide you with access to our latest catalogue tailored to your interests.

The Team

  • Abeer Al Saud

    Abeer earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences with a focus on Neuroaesthetics,  the interdisciplinary study of beauty, art, history, and the philosophy of aesthetics from a visual  neuroscience perspective.

    Abeer is actively engaged in a full spectrum of activities ranging from, non-profit, for-profit and responsible profit. She is the co-founder of Dinar Group, a cultural and sustainability responsible for profit impact enterprise which is the umbrella of multiple collective impact enterprises of a wider portfolio of cross-sector coordinated endeavors. She co-founder Qantara Collection, an organization dedicated to connecting international artists with the cultural and investment-driven art market of the GCC and MENA regions that focuses on developing cross-cultural networks and creating dynamic art experiences that contribute to the sustainability of the wheel of the regional art ecosystems

    Abeer is a cultural producer by degree and experience and is also an interdisciplinary artist, working across merging arts with sciences. As also cultural educator, programme curator, project manager and art/culture researcher, she is a frequent speaker and workshop host where previously she has engaged with esteemed institutions such as the Noor Riyadh Festival, Alserkal, Sharjah Art Foundation, Diriyah Biennale, Islamic Biennale in Jeddah, Saudi Heritage Preservation Society, Princess Noura University, UN, and Dr. Ahmed Mater Studio, among others

    Abeer is currently studying curatorial diploma and previously she has been a UNESCO/ Kingdom’s Institute Fellow (2023-2024), alumni at the World Heritage Convention in the Arab States Region on Incorporating Sustainable Development into the Implementation  of the World Heritage Convention in the Arab States Region (2024), Saudi ICOMOS Visiting Researcher (2024), ICCROM (2023), Certified Expert in UNESCO Conventions UNESCO, ICCROM & MoC (2021-2023) 

    As a multi-faceted artist and designer, Abeer draws inspiration from her “Cosmic Desert” adventures across Saudi Arabia and the Arabian Peninsula. She produces art using natural materials and experiments with infrared analogue films, incorporating elements such as stones, earth, and meteorites into her works.

  • Ke Wang

    Ke has been working on the intersections of arts, cultures and science, technology for a decade. She co-founded Great Wall Festival in China with the ambitions of combining traditional cultures with modern technologies and electronic music. With the vision of showcasing the Western and global artists in the Eastern landmark heritage, she has encouraged, curated and booked the artists from both mainstream leading artist agencies such as CAA, Live Nation and independent European artists such as Berghain for unique performances for several years, which attracted global festival lovers to the ancient Great Wall of China. She believes Walls are never to separate people, but to connect them. She continues to expend her expertise in arts and cultures across the UNESCO heritage sites worldwide. 

    Ke’s art perspective always has the science and tech background and taste. Her focus and actions on the vast potentials of arts and modern technology led her to launch several entities and endeavours with such combinations. She is the co-founder of a global space foundation called Karman Project Foundation where besides the space for humanity work, she strongly encourages and endorses the space artists as the Fellows - believing arts and space exploration are the shared common bridges for humanity unity without national borders. She also initiated and worked closely with more than 200 artists on “The Space That Makes Us Human” documentary which won multiple global awards.  At the Timenschen Institute, she is combining the deep tech and cultural cooperation for the inspirations on the young generations. As the Co-founder of Qantara Collection, she is bringing her expertise and experience in attracting global artists and creating the new era of art impact in the GCC and MENA regions, not only in artistic experience creating, fine art and modern art curating, but also in the innovation leadership. Her philosophy is blending tradition with innovation, making Qantara Collection an art initiative in the region which serves as a bridge between cultural heritage and futuristic expression, fostering a creative ecosystem that resonates globally while staying rooted in its rich history.

    Ke holds Master of International Law and worked on WTO dispute settlement, Master of Business and Management from the leading European business school ESCP, an alumna and Governing Member of International Space University. She is an Oxford Social Science Engagement Fellow, where her research expands on the cultural and social science, as well as the cross-disciplinary, cross-regional thought provoking initiatives specifically in the tech governance and cultural connections.

  • Yousef Gorji

    Yousef is an art investor and advocate with a network that includes prominent artists such as Neil Jenney. Beyond collecting, he has supported underrepresented artists from New York’s Soho district, working in a nonprofit capacity to help expand their reach. Holding a BSc in Mathematics from Queen Mary, University of London, he has a strong interest in mathematical and contemporary art.

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Contact us via Email: art@qantaracollection.com