Ayyam Gallery Jeddah is pleased to announce that it will hold the second edition of The Young Collectors Auction in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at its space in Jeddah on 12 March 2014.

The Young Collectors Auction is the ideal setting to venture into the world of art collecting with the majority of estimates well under $12,000 and many lots offered in the entry-level range of $3,000 to $5,000. The second edition of the Young Collectors Auction will feature 40 lots of painting, sculpture, photography and limited edition prints from acclaimed and emerging artists throughout the region. Emerging talents will be showcased alongside renowned established artists from the Middle East. Reflecting Ayyam Gallery’s wider commitment to strengthening creative infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, it is especially important to note that the auction will include lots by various important and emerging Saudi artists, providing a platform for artists from the Kingdom to gain exposure to new audiences and continued success.

The Young Collectors Auction is a unique auction experience and provides an unmatched platform for both aspiring and seasoned collectors. With the mandate of maintaining and promoting artistic excellence, the second edition of the Young Collectors Auction is sure to woo and delight audiences.

A catalogue detailing the artwork to be auctioned will be available in PDF format online or a hard copy can be collected from any one of Ayyam Gallery’s numerous locations. Without pretension and aimed at making the auction experience and the appreciation of art accessible and enjoyable to all, The Young Collectors Auction welcomes the public to a viewing prior to the auction where specialists are available to answer any questions visitors may have. With the flexibility to bid in person or register for telephone and absentee bids online. The Young Collectors Auction allows even those abroad the opportunity to participate in the auction.

-Ayyam Gallery

Image: © Ammar Al Beik
Courtesy of the artist and Ayyam Galley Jeddah