Over the past five years, Lebanon has faced severe political, economic, and social crises—from the 2019 financial collapse to the Beirut Port explosion and ongoing regional conflict. Amid this turmoil, the Lebanese secondary art market has shown remarkable resilience. In this conversation, Nada Boulos Al Assaad and Dr. Mazen Soueid explore how and why art collecting endures, highlighting its role as both emotional refuge and mobile asset.

Beirut Art Days is an event taking place under the patronage of Ministry of Culture

Supported by our main partners:

Dalloul Art Foundation @DAFbeirut

Saadallah & Loubna Khalil Foundation @saadallahloubnafoundation

Organized by Agenda Culturel