The multicultural art exhibition titled “All Beauties Cherished, Harmony but Not Uniformity – Exchange Exhibition of Works of Young Artists in the Tibetan-Yi Corridor” recently concluded in Lhasa, located in Southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region. Inspired by the renowned Chinese sociologist Fei Xiaotong’s two famous concepts, the Tibetan-Yi Corridor (TYC) and his idea of humanity and beauty, the exhibition showcased a total of 78 artworks by 35 young artists from seven ethnic groups in Southwest China. The exhibition was divided into four sections, each dealing with the exchange and collision of different cultures and arts, highlighting the exploration of contemporary ethnic exchanges and multicultural art experiences.
Fei Xiaotong’s idea of humanity and beauty emphasizes cherishing one’s beauty, respecting the beauty of others, and uniting the world by respecting and cherishing both beauties. This philosophy was reflected in the exhibition, which dealt with themes of accepting diversity in art, recognizing and creating new bonds, contemplating a shared future for mankind, and offering new possibilities.
The TYC has historically been a migration route for many ethnic groups moving from south to north. Xizang, often perceived as an isolated civilization surrounded by snow-capped mountains and plateaus, has in fact been deeply engaged with other cultures throughout its history, shining brightly alongside the surrounding peoples and cultures.
Another noteworthy exhibition, “Nothing Still About Still Lifes: Three Centuries of Floral Compositions,” was recently launched at the Deji Art Museum in Nanjing, East China’s Jiangsu Province. This exhibition focuses on the evolution of global modern and contemporary art from the latter half of the 19th century to the present, featuring over 100 classic floral works created by nearly 100 Chinese and foreign masters since the formation of Impressionism. The Deji Art Museum has shown remarkable ambition in terms of the volume and quality of the exhibited works. The collection includes pieces by Western modern art icons such as Monet, Pissarro, and Picasso, as well as works by Asian modern art pioneers like Sanyu and Wu Guanzhong. Additionally, the exhibition features more than 100 rare masterpieces by leading contemporary artists, including Andy Warhol, Yayoi Kusama, and David Hockney.
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