Al-Tiba9. Al-Tiba9. Al-Tiba9. Al-Tiba9.

AAl-Tiba9 is rooted in a decade-long mission to encourage dialogue between the West and the Arab world through contemporary art. Founded in 2013 in Algeria under the name Al-Tiba9 (الطباق), the initiative was originally conceived as an annual museum exhibition dedicated to engaging with social realities and bridging diverse artistic perspectives.

In October 2023, this vision expanded with the opening of “Al-Tiba9 Gallery” in Barcelona, Spain. Situated in a 300 sqm exhibition space in El Born, the historic heart of the city and a cultural hub near the Picasso Museum, the European Museum of Modern Art, the Moco Museum, and the Chocolate Museum, the gallery strengthens the institution’s international presence while remaining deeply connected to its origins.

The Gallery represents and exhibits established, internationally recognized artists from a wide range of backgrounds, while also providing a platform for emerging artists entering the global art scene. Its program prioritizes contemporary art that reflects the complexities of modern society, encourages experimentation, and embraces a diverse range of mediums capable of resonating within today’s artistic landscape.

Founded by Mohamed Benhadj, an independent curator with extensive experience working with prominent artists, museums, and art professionals, the gallery operates as a dynamic hub for artistic and cultural exchange. Through curated exhibitions, critical publications, interviews, talks, and online initiatives, Al-Tiba9 Gallery cultivates a space where artists, art professionals and collectors can collaborate, and evolve.

With its strong curatorial identity, international perspective, and commitment to promoting cross-cultural dialogue, Al-Tiba9 Gallery stands as a vital platform, originating in North Africa and now expanding globally, dedicated to shaping the future of contemporary art.