The Art Market segment of Naso Art Journal is committed to reshaping how we understand and engage with the Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) art economy. Too often, the narratives surrounding art markets are dominated by Western frameworks, overlooking the complexity, nuance, and dynamism of regional ecosystems. At Naso, we seek to place the MENA art market in its rightful context — as a living, evolving network deeply informed by local histories, socio-political realities, and cultural ambitions.
Through this segment, we explore the forces that shape the movement, value, and visibility of MENA art — from grassroots initiatives and regional fairs to collectors, galleries, and institutions that champion artists on a global scale. We aim to highlight the infrastructure that sustains creativity, as well as the barriers that continue to challenge equitable access and representation.
The Art Market is not just about transactions; it’s about relationships, power, and possibility. By focusing on the unique market dynamics of the MENA region, Naso Art Journal contributes to a more complete understanding of how value is created, circulated, and contested in the global art world. This is a space for critical insight, regional pride, and future-facing thinking — where MENA art is not only seen, but also valued on its own terms.
