Qatar Museums pays tribute to artist Richard Serra

Doha, Qatar: Richard Serra, the acclaimed American artist renowned for his bold steel sculptures, passed away at the age of 85 due to pneumonia at his...

Doha, Qatar: Richard Serra, the acclaimed American artist renowned for his bold steel sculptures, passed away at the age of 85 due to pneumonia at his residence in New York on Tuesday.

Serra’s influence extended to Qatar, where his public installations have become iconic landmarks within the country’s cultural landscape, including “7” located at the Museum of Islamic Art Park and “East-West/West-East” in the Brouq Nature Reserve.

In response to his passing, Qatar Museums Chairperson, H E Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, paid tribute to Serra’s towering legacy in the art world. She expressed her condolences via social media: “RIP Richard Serra, a true giant of the art world. His towering works standing proud in Qatar’s landscape are a testament to his lasting legacy and genius.”

Qatar Museums also extended sympathies to the late artist, recognising Serra’s mastery in crafting large-scale sculptures tailored for specific landscapes and architectural settings. The museum highlighted its collaboration with Serra on projects like “7” and the “East-West/West-East,” both of which have captivated audiences since their unveiling in 2011 and 2014, respectively.

“Our deepest condolences to his family and the entire art world,” it said.