New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art (Met) has collaborated with Sedar Global, a prominent Middle Eastern interiors brand, to release a collection of home furnishings inspired by classic artworks from the Met’s vast collection. This line, with a focus on nature themes, features designs adapted from celebrated artists like Claude Monet, Vincent Van Gogh, Katsushika Hokusai, and Gustav Klimt. The pieces include wallpapers, curtains, upholstery, and pillows, aiming to make art “accessible in a way that fits seamlessly into the home,” as Sedar Global’s creative director, Nahel Selo, explained.
The initial collection celebrates elements of nature—land, sea, and air—which resonate globally and carry unique significance in the Middle East. Selo noted that “nature has a universal appeal” that speaks to the diverse yet harsh landscapes of the region, while also suiting both contemporary and traditional interiors. The pieces are available for individual homeowners and interior designers alike, with Selo predicting that “sea-inspired” designs could be particularly popular among coastal dwellers due to the calming effect of oceanic imagery.
Future releases will explore other themes from the Met’s 1.5 million works, which span 5,000 years of art history. Sedar also hopes to incorporate Middle Eastern influences, aiming to blend global art heritage with regional cultural expressions. Selo shared that the team is actively exploring opportunities to include local artistry, which would “add that unique Middle Eastern touch” to upcoming designs.
In his own home, Selo prefers bold colors and industrial aesthetics, revealing a personal taste for abstract works by Wassily Kandinsky. He believes Kandinsky’s geometric styles can bring depth and become focal points in a room.
This innovative Met x Sedar collaboration not only broadens access to fine art but also introduces art as a versatile part of everyday living spaces.
