Ithra Unveils ‘Horizon in Their Hands’ Exhibition Showcasing Arab Women Artists

The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) has opened Horizon in Their Hands: Women Artists from the Arab World at the Ithra Museum. Running through February 14, 2026, the exhibition presents groundbreaking contemporary works by 50 prominent Arab women artists, honoring their vital role in shaping the region’s cultural and visual heritage.

Spanning the 1960s to the 1980s, the featured pieces highlight a transformative era when these women helped define the Arab modern art movement. Their innovation and influence left a lasting mark on the region’s artistic identity and continue to inspire new generations.

Ithra’s Cultural Vision

Farah Abushullaih, Head of the Ithra Museum, noted that the exhibition reflects Ithra’s commitment to preserving heritage, amplifying diverse voices, and bridging past, present, and future. She emphasized that collaborating with the Barjeel Art Foundation represents a significant effort to spotlight underrepresented narratives within Arab art history.

Featured Artists, Works

• Safeya Binzagr (1940–2024) – Saudi pioneer and among the first women to hold a solo art exhibition in the Kingdom.
• Mounirah Mosly (1954–2019) – Saudi artist known for experimenting with copper, palm fibers, paper, and papyrus.
• Inji Efflatoun (1924–1989) – Egyptian painter whose work Ezba explores themes of freedom.
• Chaibia Talal (1929–2004) – Moroccan artist celebrated for her vibrant, expressive style.
• Vera Tamari (b. 1945) – Palestinian-born artist exploring memory and homeland.
• Susan Hefuna (b. 1962) – Egyptian-German multimedia artist examining identity, urban life, and cultural hybridity.
• Zeinab Abd El Hamid (1919–2002) – Egyptian modernist painter.
• Safia Farhat (1924–2004) – Tunisian tapestry artist and influential modernist figure.
• Mariam Al Fakhro (b. 1952) – Bahraini contemporary artist.
• Suad Al-Essa (b. 1943) – Kuwaiti artist contributing to modern Arab art’s evolution.

Through interactive exhibits, galleries, and rotating showcases, Ithra continues to serve as a cultural hub celebrating diverse artistic voices. Finally,  Horizon in Their Hands, the center reaffirms its mission to connect local and global cultures while deepening appreciation for Arab women’s creative legacies.

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