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Auction date : 31 Jan 2026
Set against the timeless backdrop of Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, Sotheby’s presents the second edition of Origins - a landmark auction celebrating artistic excellence across eras, continents, and styles. From the modern genius of Pablo Picasso to the pioneering vision of Mohammed Al Saleem, the sale unites an extraordinary selection of works by both Saudi and international masters.
Bringing together a diverse range of movements; from Impressionism and Pop Art to Digital and Conceptual Art, Origins II offers collectors, both seasoned and new, an unparalleled opportunity to acquire museum-quality pieces that embody innovation, heritage, and craftsmanship.
All artworks will be unveiled in a public exhibition from 24–31 January 2026, Marking Sotheby’s largest auction to date in Saudi Arabia — and coinciding with the opening of new Riyadh office in the iconic Al Faisaliah Tower.
Artworks by Iranians
oil on linen
bronze
Previous Highlights
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Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian 8 Feb 20252008 | Variation on the Hexagon
121 × 45 × 8 cm mirror, reverse-glass painting and plaster on woodLot:7 Estimate:120,000 - 180,000$
