Christie's Expands into Saudi Arabia with Nour Kelani

Published on 7.15.25

Christie's is set to become the first global auction house to operate in Saudi Arabia, with Riyadh-based managing director Nour Kelani at the helm. This move aims to deepen ties with the Kingdom's collectors and support ambitious cultural projects. The announcement comes as London's Middle Eastern art sales have defied tensions, with Arab cultural entities overcoming early uncertainties related to the Israel-Hamas war. In contrast, Christie's had previously cancelled a Dubai sale of Middle Eastern art in 2020 due to new strategy and constrained supply of works.

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https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/07/15/christies-celebrates-the-late-syrian-artist-marwan-with-non-selling-show-in-london

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