Artworks by Finnish masters, Danish craftsmanship on display

The 13th International Exhibition of Traditional Fine Arts, which opens on June 9 and runs through July 9, will feature a diverse spectrum of artwork from around the world.

The exhibition, which is themed "All Rivers Flow to the Sea," includes glass artworks by Finnish masters that were displayed at the Paris World Expo, contemporary furniture highlighting unique Danish craftsmanship, traditional ethnic costumes that showcase the exotic cultures of European countries, artistic photography from South American countries, cloisonné, nuclear carving, embroidery and lacquer art that reflect traditional Chinese craftsmanship.

This year's event has received support from a large number of institutions and consulates general in Shanghai.

Over 150 artists, arts and crafts masters, and inheritors of intangible cultural heritage from China, Poland, Japan, the United States, Germany, Russia, Iran, the Netherlands, South Korea, Denmark, Austria, the Czech Republic, Norway, Ukraine, Egypt, Romania, the Philippines, Hungary, Slovakia, Pakistan, Venezuela, Indonesia, Colombia, Armenia, Moldova, and others are participating in the exhibition.

The Consulate General of Japan in Shanghai helped with the participation of notable artists who are exhibiting their calligraphy, Japanese painting, glass, and ceramic artworks at the exhibition.

Among a collection of contemporary Danish furniture pieces is the well-known Wishbone Chair. This was inspired by Chinese horseshoe-shaped hardwood chair in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644).

Another highlight is the traditional Norwegian ethnic attire called "Bunad," which was recommended by the Royal Norwegian Consulate General and reflects the exotic flair of the Nordic country.

The 10th Intangible Cultural Heritage Preservation Forum will also be held during the exhibition.

According to the organizers, the forum hopes to build a platform for experts and researchers to explore the difficulties and opportunities associated with intangible cultural asset protection.

The forum's topics range from "regional specificity of intangible cultural heritage and international cooperation" to "safeguarding intangible cultural heritage in a global perspective," "the power of teaching in the safeguarding of intangible heritage in diversity across countries," and "local experiences and measures for intangible heritage."

Exhibition info:

Dates: Through July 9 (closed on Mondays), 9am-5pm

Admission: Free

Venue: Shanghai Art Collection Museum

Address: 1731 Yan'an Rd W.

延安西路1731号