Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Dubai Collection, launched by Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, is conceived to weave an extraordinary narrative in the Dubai story.
In this chapter, we explore the unique perspectives of the Syrian art collectors, Line and Bisher Challah, who support art and believe in empowering artists.
Line and Bisher Challah
Syrian collectors Line and Bisher Challah have both grown up around art and believe the act of collecting empowers artists.
They are passionate about Syrian artists, and their growing collection comprises works by artists they believe in such as Mohannad Orabi, Elias Izoli and Kais Salman.
Line and Bisher have relationships with the artists whose work they collect and believe it is important to understand their perspectives and the deeper meanings behind their work.
Biography
Line Kouwatli and Bisher Challah are based in Dubai and are collectors and supporters of the local art scene.
Aside from her professional career, Line is passionate about the arts and finds significance in forming connections with the artists’ whose work she collects, and is an active member of the arts community.
Bisher built his path as an entrepreneur and investor, establishing and growing business ventures across the Levant, UAE and East Africa.
