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Kathmandu, June 20: An exhibition of contemporary Korean art kicks-off here at Nepal Art Council from today.

The show jointly organized by the Embassy of Republic of Korea in Kathmandu and Nepal Art Council along with the Korea Foundation has 34 normal and huge sizes paintings of 17 Korea’s leading senior artists.

This exhibition, which has two paintings of each artist, strives to demonstrate how Korean contemporary art has evolved into various forms that have integrated the influences of modern western art with fresh interpretations of Korea’s traditional spirit and style.

The exhibited paintings are a fitting tribute to colour and form, revealing expressionist excellence and spontaneity.

The event, though second in a string after the successful performance of Korea traditional dance on May 22, 2001, is the first of its kind since the establishment of diplomatic relations between Korea and Nepal since 1974.

In the context of ever growing relations between Korea and Nepal since the establishment of diplomatic relations, this on-going art exhibition is yet another effort to expand the cultural relations between Korea and Nepal. No doubt, it will definitely stand as a milestone in the close friendly relations between Nepal and Korea.

Speaking at the inaugural function, Chairman of the Nepal Art Council Governing Board and ex-prime minister Kirtinidhi Bista says that as our country—Nepal is rich in arts and culture, it has been attracted many people from different walks-of-life and also has been centre point for all the peace and nature loving people and researchers too.

Expressing his happiness Korean Ambassador to Nepal Ryoo, See-ya says that this Korean contemporary art exhibition is going to be exhibited immediate after the performance of Korean culture troupe which was a very success due to the emotional love and cooperation extended by the Nepalese people.

Representative of the Korea Foundation artist Professor Kim Kyong-In, who also represent all the artists at the show, says that he was very impressed by the scenic beauty of this Himalayan Kingdom.

Though the art doesn’t need any language Nepal could be a resource centre for Korean artists.

Emphasizing on the exchange of art and culture between Nepal and Korea he also hope that the Nepalese artists will definitely learn new things from on going Korean contemporary art.

Veteran artist Lain Singh Bangdel also spoke at the function..

Chairman of the Council Kirtinidhi Bista, Korean Ambassador to Nepal Ryoo See-ya and representative of the Korea Foundation senior artist Professor Kim Kyong-In jointly opened the exhibition.

The show will continue till 29th June 2001.

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