6 Ancient Art Pieces You Would Never Guess Originated From Saudi Arabia

From the Sahara deserts to the Arabian kingdoms

The Middle East and the Arabian Peninsula is a region rich with history and stories of the past.

Most artworks originated under the reign of various emperors under the Islamic Empire and it covers a wide array of artistic style – from shape, form, texture, type, colours etc…the list is endless.

And let’s not forget that there were a wide variety of locations under the empires, as well as, different cultures living harmoniously with one another.

While some were experts in ceramic works, others in paintings, some in textiles and calligraphy – there is a beauty when it comes to Arabian artwork.

Also, artwork from this region has been shaped by various artistic movements and vice versa…lots of artwork with recognizable Arabic and Islamic detailing have been found in Europe.

As part of the “Roads of Arabia” exhibition at the Louvre Museum in Abu Dhabi, the popular attraction in the capital of the UAE is showcasing several ancient art pieces dating back to the BCE era in Saudi Arabia.

Here are a few of the items on display:

1. Gold burial mask