An Olympic-themed Chinese art exhibition has just landed 🌟 at the iconic Les Invalides in Paris! Opened on Monday, this spectacular event brings over 200 masterpieces from China, including mesmerizing ink-and-wash paintings, elegant calligraphy, vibrant oil paintings, intricate sculptures, and captivating intangible cultural heritage items. 🎨✨
Dubbed \"From Beijing to Paris: Olympic Tour of Chinese and French Artists\", the exhibition is co-hosted by China Media Group (CMG), the French National Olympic and Sports Committee, Ligue de Football Professionnel, and several French art organizations. It's a cultural fusion you don't want to miss! 🇨🇳🤝🇫🇷
Shen Haixiong, vice minister of the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and president of CMG, highlighted that sports and art are essential parts of human culture, and together they create a harmonious blend of beauty. 🏅🎭
David Lappartient, president of the French Olympic Committee, emphasized the significance of celebrating the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and France, especially with the Paris Olympics on the horizon. He noted how the exhibition beautifully merges strength and beauty, conveying messages of peace and friendship. 🕊️❤️
Vincent Labrune, president of the Ligue de Football Professionnel, shared his admiration, saying that football showcases the beauty of strength and passion, and that Chinese art is a treasure of human civilization with profound influence on French art. He hopes more people in France will fall in love 💖 with Chinese art through this exhibition.
Sun Xiaoyun, chairperson of the China Calligraphers Association, described Chinese calligraphy as a unique art form that embodies the exquisite soul of Chinese culture, extending life's realms and pathways to self-cultivation. ✍️🌌
This vibrant exhibition aims to boost cultural exchanges between China and France and is open to the public from May 7 to 18. If you're in Paris, don't miss out on this cultural extravaganza! 🗓️🎉
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
