Up Close with
Dr. Pierre Ghattas

For Pierre Ghattas, art has always been a continuum rather than a linear progression. For the seasoned art historian and archaeologist, it is second nature to create conversation and draw parallels between Iraq’s Uruk excavation sites, Giotto’s frescoes, and contemporary architecture and design. Shaped by years between Lebanon, Italy, and France, his path has dug deep into history, restored it, reframed it, and now reimagines it in his gallery – and personal – space. In this video, he reflects on time, influence, and why the distance between 5,000 years ago and today may not be as vast as we think.