Sarah Tolba Private Collection

Sarah Tolba was born in the United Kingdom to an Egyptian father and Irish mother. Her diverse heritage has taken her across Cairo, London & Dubai and has exposed her to an array of different cultures and perspectives, particularly evident in her journey with collecting. 

She currently serves as the VP Institutional Equity Trading at EFG HERMES. Alongside a career in finance, Sarah is deeply passionate about art, and began collecting at the age of 20, with a specific focus on Egyptian art. She frequents auctions, wanders in museums and galleries, and has nurtured personal relationships with some of her most beloved artists throughout the years.

Her collection comprises 50 pieces, and features the works of modern & contemporary artists including Samir Rafi, Omar El Nagdi, Salah Taher, and George Bahgoury, Hady Boraey, Fathi Afifi & Omar Abdel Zaher. 

She remains committed to preserving her cultural heritage, and celebrating the creativity & talent of Egyptian artists.