The art scene in Bahrain is growing both creatively and commercially attracting combined sales in excess of $2,700,000 (around BD1 million), it has been revealed, through 17 events, four of which were held in the kingdom.
The staggering figure underpins the island’s reputation as an emerging art hub with a growing number of Bahraini artists being showcased on the international stage through initiatives such as the International Artists Programme .