The Rui Cunha Foundation (FRC) gallery continues to celebrate the Chinese New Year (CNY) and ring in the Year of the Horse with an ongoing exhibition that features a display of chosen artworks from the FRC Collection.
Titled “Riding the Year of the Fire Horse” and having kicked off a few days before the start of the Chinese New Year (CNY) holiday, members of the public dropping into the free-admission gallery in the city centre will find a variety of works of different disciplines. Among these are paintings of different styles and subjects, as well as sculptures and pieces of calligraphy, including those by the Flora Garden Poetry Friends Association, with all exhibits showcased under bright red festive lanterns.
Contributing and showcasing these pieces on display until March 7 are a variety of Chinese and Portuguese artists who have shown their work at the gallery in different exhibitions within a period of close to 14 years. Among the artists are Lei Iat Po, Natalie Lao (劉春紅), Lee Chau Ping, He Jianguo, Liu Shengli, Benson Lam Iang Sang, Li Jinxiang, Lei Pui Seong, Paulo Valentim, Arlinda Frota, Rui Calado and Vasco d’Orey Bobone, according to a statement on the FRC website, which notes a strong Asian influence on the artworks.
In all, the statement said, the exhibition features 26 works, presenting just a portion from more than a hundred pieces in the FRC collection. Themes explored, meanwhile, include movement, energy, spirituality and renewal, which the statement noted are closely related to traditional celebrations.
“The artworks on display reflect the dialogue between cultures, traditions, artistic languages, and diverse materials, highlighting the fusion of this symbolic richness associated with the lunar calendar holidays”, according to the statement.
The statement added that through the exhibition, the gallery, founded by local Portuguese lawyer Rui Cunha in 2012, aims to strengthen its commitment to promoting the arts and fostering communication among local artists from diverse backgrounds, highlighting Macau’s unity during historical events and celebrations.
The gallery is located at 749 Avenida da Praia Grande, Luen Pong Building. Members of the public can visit from Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturdays.
*According to AI chatbot Poe, the Year of the Fire Horse is part of the Chinese zodiac cycle and occurs every 60 years, with the previous one being in 1966. People born in the Year of the Fire Horse are believed to be energetic, confident, and independent. It also symbolises a dynamic personality that loves freedom and adventure.
– Photos: Rui Pastorin
