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MEET ABDALLAH HATOUM
Abdallah Hatoum is a visual artist and a maker of objects and murals artifacts. With an academic background in graphic design, he has always been fascinated by applied arts and...
The romantic message in Rajwa Al-Saif’s engagement abaya
We are delighted that Rajwa Al-Saif chose to wear our Birds of Peace Abaya for the formal announcement of her engagement to Prince Hussein bin Abdullah.
OUR ATELIER | THE HEART OF OUR SAVOIR-FAIRE
A peek inside the fascinating world of the creative atelier behind timeless collections. Celebrating talent and creativity Every day, at our atelier, our master artisans work on unique pieces made...
Orient 499 lands in Dubai at Iwan Maktabi Lab
Orient 499 is launching a pop-up store at Iwan Maktabi Lab in AlSerkal Avenue, the Dubai distinctive art and culture district, starting March 1st. Bringing forth the best of...
An interview with ceramicist Hala Matta
Born in Beirut in 1970, Hala’s unusual career took her on a journey from the business world to the ceramics universe. Tremendously talented and passionate, Hala who is Beirut-based, is...
Embroidery: From Decorative Art to Female Empowerment
In early modern Europe, embroidery was an essential part of the elite lifestyle and transmitted from generation to generation. This art was traditionally regarded as a means of preparing noble...
LEBANON’S GLASSBLOWING: A FADING CRAFT
Glassblowing history Glassblowing history remained a highly guarded secret for many years. It is generally believed that glassmaking was discovered in Mesopotamia and Egypt around 3,500 BC. It was later...
Pop-up Store at THAT Concept Store in Dubai
Embarking on an immersive experience Orient 499 launches a pop-up store in THAT Concept Store – Dubai Orient 499 is seeking to extend its cultural heritage beyond the seas and...