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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
Moscow, October 1 (Xinhua) — The "Fabric of Fate" exhibition, dedicated to the decorative and applied arts traditions of China and Russia, opened on Tuesday at the Mosfilm Gallery in Moscow. The exhibition features works by three Russian female decorative artists, including Honored Artist of the Russian Federation and Chinese cultural specialist Irina Zakharova, mother of Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova.
At the opening ceremony, Zhang Wei, Chargé d'Affaires of the Chinese Embassy in Russia, noted that relations between China and Russia, which are developing at a very high level, are contributing to the rapprochement of the peoples of the two countries, and that Chinese culture arouses keen interest and love among Russians.
"This exhibition attracts art connoisseurs and lovers from China and Russia with its unique style, profound content, and meaning. I see and feel that each painting on display is created with soul and love for life, for humanity, for the Fatherland. It's amazing. We can only admire it," the diplomat said, thanking the artists for their outstanding contribution to strengthening the traditional friendship and mutual understanding between the peoples of the two countries and for their contribution to the development of cultural exchanges.
The exhibition's central theme is fabric. Fabrics, one of humanity's most ancient inventions, have become an integral part of culture and everyday life. Unique patterns and designs reflect the history and traditions of both peoples. Patchwork, for example, demonstrates the careful attention to fabric. This form of handicraft is found in many cultures, including Chinese and Russian.
"Fabric is a very serious matter. Fabric is not just a material; it's the history of the economy—the Great Silk Road. It's a unification of cultures," noted I. Zakharova. In her works presented at the exhibition, she emphasized vibrant, multicolored bouquets, as well as images that unite the folk art of Russia and China. One panel depicts a fish, a symbol of wealth and abundance in Chinese culture.
The exhibition features textile appliqués, paintings on fabric, unusual installations, and "fabric frescoes." I. Zakharova emphasized that the artists work in different styles and employ different techniques, but all of their works share common elements. "All of the works are filled with immense warmth, a sense of their homeland, their art, their nature, their patterns, their chintz, their paintings," she explained.
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Maria Zakharova believes that all the works on display reflect traditional values. She stated that these values are essential for every person. "They enable us to develop, move forward, and reach new levels of spiritual, emotional, and intellectual development," the diplomat emphasized, adding that these values enable us to survive in difficult times.
M. Zakharova also noted that she is proud of her mother, since she has proven herself not only as an art historian and researcher, but also as a talented creator. –0–
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