Diriyah to Host Sotheby’s First Global Auction in Saudi Arabia 

The Saudi flag is projected on a landmark in Diriyah. (SPA file)
The Saudi flag is projected on a landmark in Diriyah. (SPA file)
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Diriyah to Host Sotheby’s First Global Auction in Saudi Arabia 

The Saudi flag is projected on a landmark in Diriyah. (SPA file)
The Saudi flag is projected on a landmark in Diriyah. (SPA file)

Diriyah is hosting a global art and culture exhibition, featuring the first-ever Sotheby's auction in Saudi Arabia. The event, titled "Origins," will bring together art experts and enthusiasts to explore unique art forms and global cultures, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Tuesday.

The free exhibition, featuring iconic artists from both the past and present, as well as sporting memorabilia, is taking place at Diriyah's popular Bujairi Terrace restaurant district, overlooking the historic 300-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site of At-Turaif.

The two-part evening auction on Saturday, February 8, will include fine art by leading international artists, such as René Magritte, Pablo Picasso and Andy Warhol, alongside works by prominent Saudi artists, like Mohammed Al Saleem and Abdulhalim Radwi. The auction will also showcase digital art, high-end accessories, jewelry, rare watches, cars and memorabilia from famous athletes.

The week-long event includes daily panel discussions at Bujairi Terrace featuring leading names from the world of art and culture.



Saudi Arabia’s Ithra to Celebrate Eid with 25 Cultural Events

The festivities will feature cultural experiences, exhibitions, and interactive activities suitable for all ages. (SPA)
The festivities will feature cultural experiences, exhibitions, and interactive activities suitable for all ages. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia’s Ithra to Celebrate Eid with 25 Cultural Events

The festivities will feature cultural experiences, exhibitions, and interactive activities suitable for all ages. (SPA)
The festivities will feature cultural experiences, exhibitions, and interactive activities suitable for all ages. (SPA)

The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) in Dhahran will host more than 25 events in celebration of Eid al-Fitr from March 31 to April 2, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Wednesday.

The festivities will feature cultural experiences, exhibitions, and interactive activities suitable for all ages.

Highlights include an exhibition showcasing eight artisans skilled in papermaking, calligraphy, and ornamentation alongside a collection of artworks and an evening of live music.

Ithra's Children's Museum will host engaging workshops that combine learning and entertainment, offering fun experiences for young visitors.