Wynn Al Marjan Island revealed on Monday that its grand opening in Spring 2027 will feature a museum-quality art collection. This collection will showcase masterpieces, iconic artworks, and newly commissioned pieces by both regional and international artists.
Displayed throughout public spaces, guest areas, and rooms, the collection promises an immersive ‘Living Gallery’ experience, centered on one of the region’s most significant private art collections.
Spanning various historical periods including prehistoric, ancient, Victorian, Old Master, natural-world, and Orientalist eras, the collection offers an unprecedented range for a hospitality venue. Highlights include a 66-million-year-old Triceratops skull, a specially commissioned Light Into Life sculpture by British artist Marc Quinn, and a 17th-century, 10-meter wool-and-silk tapestry, with counterparts at the Louvre and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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The resort will also showcase major works from its global properties, including Jeff Koons’ 11-meter Tulips from Wynn Las Vegas, a Jaume Plensa sculpture from his Secret Garden series, and a rare set of 18th-century Buccleuch vases from Wynn Palace in Macao.
Tulips by Jeff Koons
Todd-Avery Lenahan, President and Chief Creative Officer of Wynn Design & Development, detailed the resort’s unique art philosophy: “Wynn Al Marjan Island’s approach to art goes beyond mere acquisition. By weaving art into the fabric of the resort, Wynn invites guests to discover these pieces in an informal, engaging, and meaningful manner. Art often becomes forgettable when presented formally; we aim to do the opposite by designing moments that encourage interaction across all ages and backgrounds.”
A key component of the collection explores the East-West artistic dialogue of 19th-century Orientalism. Unlike the traditional approach of Western artists bringing Middle Eastern imagery to Europe, this collection brings historically significant works back to the region that originally inspired them.
Featured artworks include Caravan in the Desert by Gustave Guillaumet and Rudolf Ernst’s Entering the Temple, which depict Islamic culture across North Africa, Turkey, and Egypt. Many pieces, long held in private collections, will be publicly displayed for the first time in decades.
Caravan in the Desert by Gustave Guillaumet
Lenahan added, “This region holds an extraordinary cultural legacy, profoundly influencing great Orientalist painters. These works deserve to be contextualized with accuracy and respect; they are not mere decorations, but the foundation of a living gallery. We built the resort around the art, not the other way around.”
Alongside historic masterpieces, the collection highlights contemporary regional voices. Works by Algerian artist Faïza Maghni, inspired by Persian miniatures, will be featured in rooms and suites, emphasizing intentionality in every piece. “Every artwork carries intention,” Lenahan noted. “Nothing is gratuitous or placed for decoration alone. A resort of this caliber is a home for both established masters and tomorrow’s stars.”
From the moment guests arrive, the collection’s scale and emotional impact are evident. Signature pieces anchor entrances, while sculptures and delicate works are displayed in both expected and surprising contexts, inviting contemplation and reflection.
Set over more than 60 hectares, Wynn Al Marjan Island will offer 1,217 resort rooms, 297 Enclave suites, two Royal Apartments, four Garden Townhomes, and 10 Marina Estates. The resort will include 22 dining venues, a beach club, a spa, a skylit shopping parterre, Coral Court for events, a new theater experience, 12 pools, a 420-meter white sand beach, and a deep-water marina for superyachts.
Construction is on track, with the iconic 300-meter spire topping out scheduled for November 2025.
Wynn Al Marjan Island is poised to redefine luxury hospitality in the UAE, offering guests an exceptional blend of world-class art, culture, and resort experiences.
