Louvre Abu Dhabi

The book reveals the next chapter in the evolution of the collection of the Arab world's first universal museum

The title Birth of a Collection was conceived as a follow-up volume to Birth of a Museum (published 2013) and provides insight into the development of the Louvre Abu Dhabi collection over the past decade. Featuring the most exceptional recent acquisitions, the book is divided into four chronological chapters which follow the order of the museum's permanent galleries: The Ancient World; The Medieval World; The Early Modern World; The Modern and Contemporary World. It explores topics such as the birth of the figure in art, the crossroads of civilisations and cultural exchanges, objects and representations of power, and emerging art scenes.

This 300-page book is available in three languages (English, Arabic, and French) and presents over 200 artworks and objects with scholarly essays and descriptions from approximately 35 different authors - all specialists in their respective fields as art historians, archaeologists, curators and museum professionals.

Showcasing 10 years of meticulously curated acquisitions that reinforce Louvre Abu Dhabi's universal narrative, this beautifully illustrated volume offers a new way to engage and connect with the artworks, providing a deeper understanding of the collection.