Paris just got a little brighter! 🌟
Under the sunny skies of Paris, a dazzling new sculpture by American artist Alison Saar was unveiled on Sunday to celebrate this year's Olympic Day. With the 2024 Summer Olympic Games set to kick off on July 26, excitement is already in the air! 🥳
The sculpture, part of the Olympic Art Visions project, stands as a beacon of hope and unity. Saar's creation features a powerful female figure conjuring a flame, symbolizing the world's journey toward a brighter and more harmonious future. ✨🔥
International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach was among the distinguished guests at the unveiling. He praised Saar's artwork, saying, \"Sport, much like art, is about capturing the hearts and minds of people with inspirational accomplishments. Thank you, dear Alison, for your contribution to blend sport and culture in such a magnificent way. This is also what the Olympic Games are about – bringing all the different cultures of the world together in peaceful competition and dialogue.\" 🗣️🤝
Saar shared her inspiration behind the piece: \"Salon rises from our past histories, representing our present and the urgent need for peace and dignity for all. A female figure sits at the center of the work, and in the palm of her hand, she conjures a flame—a beacon that illuminates our path towards a brighter and more harmonious future. In her other hand, she holds olive branches, a metaphor for peace and reconciliation. Encircled by six chairs, she invites us to sit together to represent the diversity of cultures, to share our common experiences and humanity.\" 🌍✌️
This captivating artwork not only enriches the city's vibrant culture but also serves as a reminder of the Olympic values of unity and peace. With less than a year to go until the Games begin, Paris is truly embracing the Olympic spirit! 🥇🇫🇷
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New sculpture by artist Saar unveiled in Paris to mark Olympic Day
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