The diver
Dubai Mall, Dubai
The figures are sculpted in fiberglass and represent pearl divers jumping into the water. Pearl diving was the main source of livelihood in the UAE, and the basis for the founding of Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
It’s one of the most photographed landmarks in Dubai Mall, and is often used as a meeting point. I photographed these 15 years ago and they all still look as fresh as the day they were installed.
The diver
Dubai Mall, Dubai
The figures are sculpted in fiberglass and represent pearl divers jumping into the water. Pearl diving was the main source of livelihood in the UAE, and the basis for the founding of Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
It’s one of the most photographed landmarks in Dubai Mall, and is often used as a meeting point. I photographed these 15 years ago and they all still look as fresh as the day they were installed.