‘Patterns of Friendship’ opens in St. Petersburg
A joint exhibition of Iranian and Russian artists, titled ‘Patterns of Friendship’, opened in Saint Petersburg, Russia on October 22.
The exhibition, which was organized by the cultural consultation of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the Russian Federation, showcases the works of 200 painters from both countries.
According to Iran’s cultural attaché to Russia, Masoud Ahmadvand, approximately 100 works on various topics from Iran were created by Russian artists, and 100 works on Russia were created by Iranian artists specifically for this event. The exhibition is a result of a joint effort between the two countries to promote cultural exchange and understanding, IRNA reported.
The exhibition was inaugurated at the Catherine Palace in St. Petersburg, with the presence of some cultural figures from St. Petersburg and art enthusiasts.
Ahmadvand expressed his gratitude to the government and private sectors of both countries for their help in organizing the event.
The exhibition was held in Moscow at the Academy of Watercolor and Fine Arts for almost two months. And now it will be on display in St. Petersburg for a month. It will also be showcased in the Sirius Federal Territory in Sochi, and later in Tehran, Isfahan, and Shiraz, each for a month.
Ahmadvand noted that one of the unique aspects of the exhibition is that it allows people from both countries to showcase their perceptions of each other’s countries through art.
He also emphasized that holding art events like this will have a positive impact on deepening and sustaining the relations between Iran and Russia, as it helps increase mutual understanding between the people of the two countries.
Ahmadvand added that the will of the authorities of both countries is to expand and strengthen their relations, and they have a special interest in arts and culture, which is a foundation for stable and sustainable communication.
Olga V. Taratynova, the head of the Catherine Palace Museum, thanked the Iranian Cultural Consultation for their cooperation in organizing the event, saying that it will help increase Russians’ awareness of Iranian culture, historical sites, lifestyle, and interests.