Qatar's oil boom created the world's most extravagant art scene—and also led to its demise

Mikolai Napieralski (2016). Qatar's oil boom created the world's most extravagant art scene—and also led to its demise. Quartz. 24 August.

Title Qatar's oil boom created the world's most extravagant art scene—and also led to its demise
Publication Date 24th Aug 2016
Author
Source Quartz
Country United Arab Emirates
Region West and Central Asia
Art type Art, Antiquities
Subject Museums
Comments "Qatar's rapid ascension from regional backwater to international art dealer was built on the back of huge oil and natural gas reserves." Then oil prices fell...
Link http://qz.com/764975/qatars-oil-boom-created-the-worlds-most-extravagant-art-scene-and-also-led-to-its-demise/
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