Peep Inside Abu Dhabi's $1.4 Billion USD Louvre Museum

Spotlighting local and international artworks.

Louvre Abu Dhabi 1 4 Billion USD Museum Preview Video Inside Look UAE Art Design

Ahead of The Louvre Abu Dhabi’s official opening on November 11 is a new video that offers viewers a look at the impressive structure designed by acclaimed French architect Jean Novel. The museum is located on the Saadiyat Island near the United Arab Emirates capital and cost developers a whopping $1.4 Billion USD to construct. From local artworks to pieces borrowed from over a dozen French institutions, the Louvre Abu Dhabi will feature major works created from renowned artists around the globe. For example, neo-conceptualist artist Jenny Holzer has erected three stone walls as part of a huge outdoor installation.

Tour the museum by watching the video below and head over to The Louvre Abu Dhabi’s official website to learn more.

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