Qatar Museums unveils ‘Autorretrato’ by Argentinian artist Gabriel Chaile

The newly commissioned sculpture is presented as part of the 15 year anniversary of Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art and the Qatar Argentina and Chil...

The newly commissioned sculpture is presented as part of the 15 year anniversary of Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art and the Qatar Argentina and Chile 2025 Years of Culture. 

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Museums (QM) unveiled Autorretrato (Self-Portrait, 2022) by Argentinian artist Gabriel Chaile, a major new installation in celebration of the 15th anniversary of Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art. Installed in Mathaf’s performance space, the work underscores the museum’s ongoing commitment to cultural exchange and its support for impactful contemporary artistic practices that resonate across the region and beyond.

Autorretrato is also part of the Qatar Argentina and Chile 2025 Years of Culture, a national initiative that builds lasting partnerships and celebrates shared creativity, history, and innovation. The partnership with Argentina this year highlights the depth of artistic traditions, contemporary practices, and collaborative projects, positioning this new installation as a milestone in promoting cross-cultural dialogue and strengthening international artistic connections.

Sheikha Reem Al Thani, Deputy CEO of AlRiwaq Public Art and Rubaiya Qatar, said, “As Mathaf celebrates its 15th anniversary, the unveiling of Gabriel Chaile’s Autorretrato highlights the transformative role of public art in connecting audiences with contemporary creative practice. This artwork not only enriches the museum’s anniversary programme but also serves as a catalyst for dialogue, inviting reflection on ancestry, heritage, and the ways in which personal and collective identities are interwoven. By situating Chaile’s sculpture within a public space, we aim to create meaningful encounters that resonate across cultures, histories, and generations.”