Phillips and the Lebanese International Finance
Executives (LIFE) Present
BEYOND:
Modern and Contemporary
Lebanese
Art and Design
A
Preview Exhibition at 30 Berkeley Square
Followed
by a Gala Dinner and Charity Auction at the Guildhall
LONDON – 9 OCTOBER 2019 – Phillips and
the Lebanese International Finance Executives (LIFE) are pleased to present BEYOND: Modern and Contemporary Lebanese Art
and Design, an exhibition in celebration of LIFE’s 10th anniversary that
will culminate with a Gala dinner and charity auction. BEYOND showcases some of
the greatest achievements in modern and contemporary Lebanese art and design,
including works by 200Grs., Ayman Baalbaki, Nada Debs, Khaled El Mays, Joana
Hadjithomas & Khalil Joreige, Mona Hatoum, Lamia Joreige, Mary-Lynn Massoud
and Rasha Nawam, Georges Mohasseb, Nabil Nahas and Akram Zaatari. The preview
exhibition will open to the public at Phillips’ Berkeley Square galleries from 8-16
November, followed by the Gala dinner and charity auction at the Guildhall on
16 November.
Nadine
Massoud, CEO of LIFE, said: “This exhibition was conceived for the
occasion of LIFE’s 10th anniversary in order to showcase the richness and
diversity of Lebanon’s creative landscape. BEYOND is a testament to the
multicultural Lebanese identity. We are delighted to partner with Phillips for
this unique exhibition and are grateful to them for their support.”
On the exhibition Curators Elena Geuna and Zeina Raphael jointly said: “A celebration
of Lebanon’s creativity, BEYOND brings together 80 artists and designers
working across a variety of media. Through painting, sculpture, photography,
ceramics, design, fashion, and jewellery, this exhibition offers a vivid and
diverse portrayal of the Lebanese cultural landscape. Combining traditional
techniques and daring innovation, the works presented here seamlessly weave
together the country’s history with a wide and diverse range of personal
narratives, emphasising the role of art within a society’s understanding of
itself.”
Cheyenne Westphal, Global Chairwoman, and Yassaman Ali, Client Advisory Director, Phillips, jointly said: “We are proud to be partnering with LIFE, a unique initiative that encourages support and nurturing for the future generation of Lebanese internationals. We look forward to further collaborating with the Lebanese artistic community and diaspora, and are very excited to showcase such a broad spectrum of Lebanese contemporary creativity and talent with BEYOND: Modern and Contemporary Lebanese Art and Design. These exceptional works that have been so generously donated by the participating artists and designers are set to transform our London galleries on Berkeley Square.”
Proceeds from the sale of the works
will benefit LIFE Generation, the charity arm of LIFE that runs a scholarship
programme providing financial aid and mentoring to Lebanese students in
universities around the world. Throughout the past decade, the LIFE Gala dinner
has become a focal point for the global Lebanese finance community, providing a
platform to come together in celebration of shared achievements and to express
its solidarity through fundraising which benefits the education of Lebanese
students aiming to pursue a career in Finance.
LONDON – Katie Carder, Head of Press, Europe kcarder@phillips.com +44 20 7901 7938
Exhibition: 8-16 November 2019
Location: 30
Berkeley Square, London
LIFE Gala Dinner: 16 November 2019
Location: Guildhall,
Basinghall St, London
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ABOUT PHILLIPS
Phillips
is a leading global platform for buying and selling 20th and 21st century art
and design. With dedicated expertise in the areas of 20th Century and
Contemporary Art, Design, Photographs, Editions, Watches, and Jewellery,
Phillips offers professional services and advice on all aspects of collecting.
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opportunities through auction, Phillips brokers private sales and offers
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ABOUT
LIFE
LIFE
is a worldwide membership organisation of Lebanese financiers based in the
diaspora, founded in 2009 with the aim of providing a platform to channel the
influence of Lebanese finance executives worldwide through its three pillars:
CONNECT:
Establish stronger bonds among Lebanese finance executives
NURTURE:
Help the next generation succeed in the field of finance
PROMOTE:
Act as the bridge between LIFE and Lebanon’s public and private sectors,
channeling LIFE’s expertise and influence towards the development of the
Lebanese economy.
Contact:
info@lifelebanon.com
Visit
www.lifelebanon.com
for further information.
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LONDON – Katie Carder, Head of Press, Europe kcarder@phillips.com +44 20 7901 7938
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