Descon Art Gallery The Gallery Being first of its kind in the country, the gallery obtained its name simply as ‘The Gallery’. Located on the main commercial strip of Asmara, The Gallery’ offers a large space with high ceilings creating an environment of light. Ensuring the surround does not detract from nor impose upon the art in display, the ambiance of The Gallery is created through the contrasting colors of white and crashed grapes.
The Aim
The aim of the gallery is to create a competitive market for Eritrean artwork and encourage Eritrean artists to have a high standard of work. Though the commercial aspect of the business is vital for The Gallery, together with the art community in the country, we are devoted to contribute to the development and promotion of Eritrean art. As a Gallery we embrace all the responsibilities to present quality and original artworks. To achieve this, we carefully select paintings, sculptures and crafts. Furthermore, in order to accommodate the interest of various clients, we maintain a range of artworks in our stockroom.
How does it work?
The starting point The Gallery opened its doors to the public in October 2004. Taken by passion of art, Ms. Weini Dessalegn, an interior architect, residing in the UK took the initiative to open an art gallery. Ms. Weini, impressed by the talents of Eritrean artists she met, and believing that this talent is engraved in many Eritreans, she decided to open an art gallery and fully participate in promoting Eritrean Art.
The Gallery is owned and managed by Eritrean individuals closely working together with and advised by volunteer artists and experienced art collectors. To carefully guide upcoming artists, The Gallery continuously obtains technical advises and comments on artworks to be displayed. In turn, young and upcoming artists interested to improve their work and talent can get feedback on the works they present to The Gallery. We also welcome and respect comments given by every visitor who, with their selective taste and judgment, add essence to the images in display.
What is the benefit of having an art gallery? The benefit is tremendous. Primarily, the Eritrean public at large is the main beneficiary. The Gallery provides a permanent and free of charge display for the public. Secondly, it provides a space for talented artists to display their work at any given time without having to wait to collect a number of artworks to exhibit. And for exhibitions, the space of The Gallery provides a unique ambiance for presenting different sizes and collections. The Gallery, now and then, provides a ground to discuss artworks which in turn contributes to the development of Art at large. It has become a meeting place for many artists, a place to discuss and compare their works. Young artists and students are also encouraged to exhibit their works, giving them a chance to set ground in the field of Art. Finally, for clients interested in possessing a product of Eritrean artists, The Gallery provides a suitable atmosphere and a range of artworks to choose from.
Descon
Art Gallery
215 Sematat, Avenue P.O Box 3133 - 172 Asmara,Eritea Tel +291 121565 www.desconartgallery.com
Descon
Art Gallery
215 Sematat, Avenue P.O Box 3133 - 172 Asmara,Eritea Tel +291 121565 www.desconartgallery.com