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SUMMARY:Temo Gotsadze 85
DESCRIPTION:  \nOn 25 March 2026 at 6:00 PM\, the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery will open a jubilee exhibition celebrating the 85th birthday of the late Temo Gotsadze\, People’s Artist of Georgia and Rustaveli Prize laureate. The exhibition is presented with the support of the Ministry of Culture of Georgia and the Georgian National Museum. \nThe exhibition will feature graphic works created by the artist in his later years\, drawn from the family collection. \nInstead of the large-scale compositions for which Gotsadze was renowned\, the exhibition reveals the intimate\, small-scale side of the artist’s vision\, tracing the processes of idea development\, sculptural thinking\, and compositional exploration. \nAlongside his prolific artistic practice\, Temo Gotsadze played a leading role in Georgia’s public and institutional cultural life for several decades\, holding key positions within the country’s major cultural institutions. Between 1983 and 1995\, he served as Director of the Artists’ House of Georgia\, and concurrently\, from 1988 to 2005\, he was General Director of the Georgian National Gallery\, shaping its vision and programs. \nIn the 1980s\, at the Artists’ House\, Gotsadze\, through his personal initiative and leadership\, established dedicated studios for painting\, graphics\, and sculpture\, creating a dynamic environment that nurtured numerous artists who later gained wide recognition. Under his stewardship\, one of the most significant collections of contemporary Georgian art was formed\, comprising over 25\,000 works and envisioned as the foundation of a future Museum of Contemporary Georgian Art. However\, the turbulent political and social climate of the 1990s prevented this vision from being realized. \nTemo Gotsadze’s artworks are represented in major public collections\, including the Shalva Amiranashvili Museum of Fine Arts (Georgian National Museum)\, the Georgian Museum of Fine Arts\, the Georgian Art Palace – Museum of Cultural History\, the State Tretyakov Gallery\, the Museum of Modern Art in Düsseldorf\, the Zimmerli Art Museum\, the Museum of Contemporary Fine Arts of Canada\, the Museum of Oriental Art in Moscow\, and the California Federal Museum\, as well as in private collections across France\, Italy\, Great Britain\, the United States\, Mexico\, Iran\, Turkey\, Canada\, Russia\, Georgia\, and other countries. \nThe exhibition will remain on view until 26 April 2026.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/temo-gotsadze-85/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20260307T180000
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SUMMARY:Koki Makharadze 95
DESCRIPTION:  \nKoki Makharadze Anniversary Exhibition at the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery of Georgia \nFrom February 6 to March 7\, 2026\, the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery of Georgia will host an anniversary exhibition dedicated to the Georgian artist Koki Makharadze\, one of the outstanding representatives of monumental painting. This exhibition marks the artist’s first solo exhibition. \nKoki Makharadze emerged on the artistic scene in the 1950s–60s and\, within the framework of Socialist Realism\, developed a highly individual visual language characterized by symbolist\, metaphor-laden compositions rooted in distinctly national themes. \nDuring his years of study at the Academy (1943–1953)\, Makharadze’s artistic explorations were closely tied to the traditions of historical painting and academic realism. He studied under Apolon Kutateladze and Ucha Japaridze. A separate body of his work comprises a series of Socialist Realist paintings produced in the 1960s–70s. \nFrom the 1970s onward\, Makharadze’s practice entered a phase of new artistic inquiry and successful experimentation. Graphic sketches created during his travels in India\, Africa\, Italy\, and Cuba—distinguished by high artistic and technical refinement—evolved into free painterly compositions charged with emotional and expressive intensity\, marked by unconventional viewpoints and a vivid\, luminous palette. \nIn the 1980s\, his style underwent a further transformation. A mystical expressiveness\, dominated by red and black\, emerged\, particularly in the Venice and India series. Works devoted to Georgian themes are characterized by sharp dynamism of form and strong chromatic contrasts (With Fire and Sword\, Ascension\, views of Tbilisi). The abstraction of the background and radiant flashes of bright colors—red\, yellow\, and white—imbue the pictorial surface with powerful emotional tension. \nThe exhibition features Koki Makharadze’s iconic monumental canvas Georgian Land\, a later version of which adorned the foyer of Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University for many years. In addition\, series and graphic sketches created in the 1970s–80s are presented to the public for the first time. \nThe exhibition will open on February 6 at 6:00 PM and will remain open to the public through March 7.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/koki-makharadze-95/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20260205T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20260315T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042058
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SUMMARY:Otar Sulava  100
DESCRIPTION:The Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery of Georgia is hosting an anniversary exhibition dedicated to the Honored Artist of Georgia\, Otar Sulava (1926–2000). This exhibition marks the artist’s first solo retrospective at the National Gallery and presents a comprehensive overview of his creative legacy. \nOtar Sulava graduated from the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts in 1952. His teachers included Mose Toidze\, Valentin Sherpilov\, Sergo Kobuladze\, and Ucha Japaridze. The artist’s creative career spanned five decades and followed a path of constant exploration and artistic experimentation. His oeuvre brings together works that differ strikingly in style and subject matter\, reflecting the breadth and depth of his artistic vision. \nThe exhibition features approximately 100 works drawn from the collections of the State Museum of Art\, the National Gallery\, and the artist’s family. \nPainting was the primary language of Otar Sulava’s diverse artistic expression. He devoted his entire life to exploring its inexhaustible expressive possibilities\, leaving behind a rich and multifaceted artistic heritage. \nThe exhibition will open on February 5 at 6:00 PM and will run until March 15.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/otar-sulava-100/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20251113T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20251214T180000
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SUMMARY:Lev Bayakhchev Exhibition . Georgian National Gallery
DESCRIPTION:The exhibition features portraits\, still lifes\, and landscapes from different stages of Lev Bayakhchev career. His landscapes seem to hold their breath\, his portraits radiate calm\, and his still lifes reveal the emotions hidden in everyday objects.\n\n\n\nLev Bayakhchev born in Tbilisi in 1930\, Bayakhchev studied at the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts under renowned artists Sergo Kobuladze\, Vasili Shukhaev\, Apollon Kutateladze\, and Korneli Sanadze. Despite the constraints of socialist realism\, he developed a unique style with echoes of European art. Lev Bayakhchev passed away in 1992\n\n\n\nHis works are held in the collections of the Georgian National Museum\, the Georgian Museum of Fine Arts\, as well as the museums of Telavi\, Sighnaghi\, and Batumi. Abroad\, his works are represented in the Museum of Modern Art/Zimmerli Art Museum (USA). His paintings are part of private collections in France\, Italy\, Greece\, Ukraine\, Argentina\, the United States\, Israel\, Germany\, Switzerland\, Armenia\, and Russia.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/lev-bayakhchev-exhibition/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20251016T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20251109T180000
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SUMMARY:Karol Felix - Lighthouse
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery will host an exhibition by Karol Felix\, titled Lighthouse. \nThe exhibition is held with the support of the Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Georgia. \nKarol Felix was born on July 26\, 1961\, in Košice. He studied printmaking and book illustration at the Academy of Fine Arts in Bratislava under the influential professor Albín Brunovský. Since graduating\, he has worked as a freelance artist\, moving freely between painting\, drawing\, printmaking\, illustration\, sculpture\, design\, installations\, and even postage stamps. \nFelix co-founded the G BOD graphic association and is an active member of major Slovak and international art unions. Over the years\, he has held 86 solo exhibitions in 19 countries and taken part in more than 250 group shows across Europe\, the Americas\, Asia\, Africa\, and Australia. \nHis work has earned him numerous awards worldwide—from Slovakia and Poland to South Korea and the USA. Beyond creating\, Felix has shared his vision as a guest lecturer in places as varied as Mexico\, South Africa\, China\, and the UAE\, and has curated over 30 exhibitions at home and abroad. \nIn Lighthouse\, Felix continues his exploration of light\, imagination\, and the symbols that link our inner and outer worlds. His recent works invite us to move between myth and modern life\, finding moments of insight where memory\, dream\, and creativity meet. Through his distinctive vision and craftsmanship\, Felix inspires viewers to look beyond the surface and discover the deeper forces that shape how we see and feel. \nThe exhibition will open on October 16 at 10:00 a.m. and will be on view through November 9.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/karol-felix-lighthouse/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20251015T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20251015T080000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042058
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SUMMARY:Out Now: Corpus Marina -  A Liturgy of the Body
DESCRIPTION:Out Now: Corpus Marina –  A Liturgy of the Body\nOut Now: Corpus Marina –  A Liturgy of the Body \nIn September 2025\, with the support of the Ministry of Culture of Georgia\, the Georgian National Museum released a new exhibition catalogue\, Corpus Marina – A Liturgy of the Body.The publication was created in conjunction with the solo exhibition of Georgian sculptor Marina Ivanishvili\, held at the Georgian National Gallery (20 June – 30 July\, 2025). \nThe catalogue brings together Ivanishvili’s sculptures\, drawings\, and icons\, presenting a visual and theoretical study of her artistic legacy and contributing to the ongoing research on modern Georgian sculpture. \nIt includes a curatorial essay that interprets Ivanishvili’s art through the frameworks of art anthropology\, feminist aesthetics\, and psychoanalysis. \nView the digital catalogue:https://art.gov.ge/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Corpus-Marina-კატალოგი_მარინა-ივანიშვილი.pdf \nPrice: 25 GELAvailable at: Georgian National Museum and Georgian National Gallery museum shops \nBook Details \nTitle: Corpus Marina – A Liturgy of the BodyAuthor / Curator: Maia ChikvaidzeArtist: Marina IvanishviliPublisher: Georgian National MuseumSupport: Ministry of Culture of GeorgiaPublication Date: September 2025Language: Georgian / English (bilingual edition)Format: SoftcoverDimensions: 24 × 22 cmPages: 250ISBN: 978-9941-9950-4-0Genre / Category: Art\, Sculpture\, Exhibition CataloguePlace of Publication: Tbilisi\, GeorgiaPrinting House: Forma Ltd.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/out-now-corpus-marina-a-liturgy-of-the-body/
LOCATION:Georgian National Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250925T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20251026T180000
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SUMMARY:Realism and Symbolism in Gigo Gabashvili’s Art
DESCRIPTION:  \nFrom September 25 to October 26\, 2025\, the Sighnaghi Museum of History and Ethnography of the Georgian National Museum presents the exhibition Realism and Symbolism in Gigo Gabashvili’s Art. \nOne of the founders of Georgian realistic painting\, Gigo Gabashvili (1862–1936)\, was a professionally trained Georgian artist. He expanded Georgian easel painting—previously limited mainly to portraiture—by introducing a wide variety of themes and genres. What makes him remarkable is his ability to merge two seemingly opposing artistic movements: realism and symbolism. His symbolist legacy reveals not only his profound education but also his broad intellectual interests. In these works\, he reinterprets Georgian myths and legends while also incorporating ethnographic traditions and symbolic imagery. \nThe exhibition features around 50 paintings and graphic works from the collection of the Shalva Amiranashvili State Art Museum of Georgian. The exhibition gives the viewer a rare opportunity to discover the artistic heritage of the master whose vision laid the foundation for modern Georgian art. \nExhibition Dates: September 25 – October 26\, 2025 \nVenue: Sighnaghi Museum of History and Ethnography\, Sh. Rustaveli Alley N 8\, Sighnaghi\, Georgia
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/realism-and-symbolism-in-gigo-gabashvilis-art/
LOCATION:Sighnaghi Museum of History and Ethnography\, Shota Rustaveli # 8\, Sighnaghi\, Georgia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250807T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250907T180000
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SUMMARY:Nina Gamsachurdia  - VELUM
DESCRIPTION:The Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery is hosting Gamsachurdia’s solo exhibition\, VELUM. The title refers to one of Gamsachurdia’s key works\, created in 2024 for the project marking the 100th anniversary of the St. Lukas Society in Switzerland — www.lukasgesellschaft.ch. As an example of transcultural and interreligious art\, VELUM is intended for display in various churches across Switzerland. Currently\, it is exhibited in its fifth sacred space — the Kartäuser Church in Basel. At the National Gallery\, this project is presented as a digital projection. \nGamsachurdia graduated in 1987 from the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts\, specializing in art history and theory. Initially focused on medieval art\, her academic interests soon expanded to include pre-Christian ancient cultures\, as well as both Western and Eastern spiritual traditions — cultures whose essence lies in approaching the transcendent. Within this vast heritage\, Gamsachurdia has shown particular interest in technological processes and the use of various artistic materials. \nSince 1992\, Gamsachurdia has lived in Switzerland\, where her field of activity has proved remarkably diverse. She lectures\, publishes scholarly studies and translations\, and works in the expertise and restoration of medieval icons. In 2018\, she founded the cultural association ICONARIUM.ORG\, which is dedicated to the archiving\, preservation\, and exhibition of religious artifacts held in Switzerland. \nAlongside this\, Gamsachurdia has also established herself as a visual artist. Her art\, born from deep knowledge\, defies comparison. As a postmodern artist\, Gamsachurdia challenges the boundaries between artistic disciplines. The artifacts she creates are simultaneously painting and sculpture — or more precisely\, abstract\, conceptually charged objects. \nAnyone who has learned to engage with traditions can break free from it\, even play with it – Nina Gamsachurdia. In her creative dialogue with the traditions of ancient cultures\, Gamsachurdia shares her personal path toward the transcendent. She prepares all her materials herself — from the format of the wood and canvas to the ground\, pigments\, and varnishes. Especially noteworthy is her use of ancient pigment-making techniques from precious and semi-precious minerals such as lapis lazuli\, jasper\, opal\, turquoise\, malachite\, nephrite\, diamond\, garnet\, amber\, coral\, cinnabar\, and more. \nIn recent years\, Gamsachurdia has collaborated with Georgian geologist and “color scientist” Murad Tkemaladze\, using pigments made from minerals sourced in Georgia. \nThe exhibition opening will also feature the presentation of a new book about Gamsachurdia\, co-authored with Professor Ketevan Kintsurashvili and published in Switzerland by Alataverlag. \nThe exhibition opens on August 7 at 6:00 PM and will run through September 7.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/26734/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250807T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250907T180000
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SUMMARY:Paata Merabishvili
DESCRIPTION:The Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery of Georgia in collaboration with the “Vanda” Art Gallery will host Paata Merabishvili’s Solo Exhibition for the first time. \nThe exhibition will open on August 7 at 6:00 PM and will run through September 7. \nThe exhibition is curated by Vanda Mujiri. \nThe exhibition will feature recent works created by artist in several mediums (sculpture\, painting\, graphics). \nPaata Merabishvili — painter\, sculptor\, and designer — belongs to the generation of Georgian artists who began their creative careers in the 1990s. \nPaata Merabishvili was born in Tbilisi in 1964. Immediately after graduating from the Iakob Nikoladze Art College\, he entered the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts\, Department of Sculpture\, studying in the workshop of Gogi Ochiauri.\nAfter completing his studies at the Academy\, Merabishvili continued his artistic activity outside Georgia\, actively participating in international exhibitions and symposiums. He soon gained recognition and popularity\, and his works are now part of major collections in various countries around the world. \nIn 2023\, Merabishvili was first introduced to the Georgian public through a retrospective exhibition titled De-formation at the Vanda Gallery\, where his sculptures\, paintings\, and graphic works were presented. \nPaata Merabishvili’s work vividly and uniquely expresses the synthesis of national traditions and modernist plasticity. Drawing on deep knowledge of global artistic culture\, materials\, and technologies\, the artist creates a diverse and distinctive visual world.\nWhile firmly rooted in tradition\, Merabishvili skillfully incorporates a range of artistic movements into his practice — a foundation for his own creative method.\nAlthough abstract in style\, his sculptures generally remain within the realm of figurative art. His works are characterized by bold formal experimentation and a strong pursuit of plastic expressiveness. \nColor plays a vital role in Merabishvili’s practice. He uses bright\, monochrome\, saturated hues that highlight the sculptural properties\, dynamism\, and rhythm of his forms.\nAlthough he considers himself primarily a sculptor\, he devotes significant time to painting\, graphic art\, and collage. These works are highly emotional and dynamic\, and often find continuation in his sculptural pieces. \nFor Paata Merabishvili\, being a sculptor means “an internal state of perceiving everything in space — even thought has its own volume and color.”\nTranslating these perceptions into form — whether on a flat surface or in three-dimensional space — is his way of expressing a unique vision of the world. \nVanda Mujiri
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/paata-merabishvili/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250620T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250803T180000
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SUMMARY:Zurab Porchkhidze 90
DESCRIPTION:The National Gallery hosts the anniversary exhibition of the Honored Artist of Georgia Zurab Porchkhidze (1934-1993).\n20.06.2025-03.08.2025 \nZurab Porchkhidze was born in Kutaisi\, in 1956-1962 he studied at the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts\, Faculty of Fine Arts (Book Illustration Workshop\, Professor Teimuraz Kubaneishvili). In 1970 he completed postgraduate studies at the Department of Easel Graphics (Professor Vladimir Keshelava).\nHonored Artist of Georgia\, Professor of the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts\, Head of the Department of Drawing (Applied Graphics) Zurab Porchkhidze was actively engaged in creative work as an artist-illustrator from the 60s until the end of his life. His contribution to the illustrations of Georgian books is significant. Zurab Porchkhidze collaborated with popular magazines of his time: Dila\, Pioneer\, Nyangi. He was the creative editor of the publishing house Literature and Art. He has decorated more than a hundred fiction\, scientific-popular textbooks\, books and publications.\nThe artist’s creative range was surprisingly wide. He decorated classical and modern\, Georgian and international\, Western and Eastern literature with equally high artistic expression. Children’s literature occupies a special place in his work. These books are precious for generations: Simon Gugunava’s Tamariani; Lado Asatiani’s Battle of Bassiani; Archil Sulakauri’s Adventure of Salamura and the Magic Dress; works by Ryunosuke Akutagawa and Yasunari Kawabata\, and many others. Zura Porchkhidze left a significant mark on the spiritual world of many people who shared his art. \nThe opening of the exhibition will be accompanied by a presentation of the artist’s anniversary catalouge on June 20\, at 6:00 p.m.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/zurab-porchkhidze-90/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250803T180000
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SUMMARY:CORPUS MARINA: Body\, Crucifix\, Sacrifice
DESCRIPTION:Marina Ivanishvili’s Solo Exhibition  at the Georgian National Gallery. \nOn June 20 at 6:00 PM\, the Georgian National Gallery will open CORPUS MARINA\, a conceptually curated exhibition that presents a panoramic view of Marina Ivanishvili’s work. Her sculptures and drawings are presented through three interwoven themes: body\, crucifix\, and sacrifice. \nThe Latin word corpus refers to the human body and a collection of works. In Ivanishvili’s practice\, the torso—fragmented yet evocative—becomes a dominant motif. This exhibition is thus both a meditation on the exposed body and a symbolic corpus of the artist’s creative output. \nExhibition Structure: \nBody – Torsos by Marina \nCrucifixion – The torso of Christ and nude figures \nSacrifice – A bestiary and mythological beings staged within sacrificial rites \nThe exhibition will run until August 3 \nAbout the Artist \nMarina Ivanishvili (1952–2025) was a sculptor\, graphic artist\, painter\, publicist\, and teacher. She received the State Prize of Georgia in 1983. \nA graduate of the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts (Department of Sculpture\, 1976)\, Ivanishvili worked primarily in small-scale sculpture and graphic media\, developing a modernist visual language. Her recurring subjects included torsos\, horses\, and bulls. \nShe served as an artist for the Mtskheta archaeological expedition\, was Secretary of the Sculpture Section of the Georgian Artists’ Union\, and led the children’s sculpture studio at the House of Artists from 1986 to 1989. In later years\, she contributed as a consultant to the digital art platform ART.ge. \nIvanishvili participated in numerous exhibitions in Georgia and abroad. She held solo shows at the Women’s Cultural Center in Hamburg (1991)\, the National Parliamentary Library of Georgia (1997)\, and in Paris (2021). Her works are preserved in the collections of the Shalva Amiranashvili Museum of Fine Arts and the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery\, as well as in private collections. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/corpus-marina-body-crucifix-sacrifice/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250518T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250615T180000
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SUMMARY:Alexander Shervashidze: Retrospective
DESCRIPTION:  \nFrom 18 May to 16 June 2025\, the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery of Georgia presents Alexander Shervashidze: Retrospective\, an exhibition dedicated to Alexander Shervashidze (1867–1968)—painter\, scenographer\, art critic\, and a prominent descendant of the Abkhazian princely family Shervashidze. \nBorn in Feodosia\, Shervashidze belonged to the Georgian-Abkhazian aristocracy. His multifaceted creative career took shape in the cultural centres of Russia and Europe. Educated in Moscow and Paris\, he developed a distinctive artistic language and made a lasting contribution to the evolution of European theatrical and visual arts.\nThe exhibition traces Shervashidze’s rich and varied career\, highlighting his role as Honorary Chairman of the Mir Iskustva (World of Art) Artists’ Union and his membership in the Parisian Montparnasse art circle. By 1909\, he had joined the National Society of French Artists and gained international recognition through his participation in major exhibitions. His creative vision uniquely blended Georgian\, Russian\, and European artistic traditions.\nA central focus of the exhibition is Shervashidze’s work in scenography and costume design\, including his collaborations with renowned director Vsevolod Meyerhold at the Imperial Theatre in St. Petersburg and later with Sergei Diaghilev’s legendary Ballets Russes. His scenographic works—such as The Tantric Clown\, Prometheus\, and Shota Rustaveli—played a formative role in shaping the visual language of early modernist theater and ballet.\nOn view are Shervashidze’s scenographic and costume sketches\, paintings\, illustrations\, documents from his personal archive\, photographs\, and posters—offering a rich overview of his artistic achievements in London\, Paris\, Brussels\, Madrid\, and Monte Carlo.\nIn 1958\, Shervashidze donated a significant part of his oeuvre to the Art Museum of Georgia and the Sokhumi Picture Gallery—an act of deep affection and symbolic return to his homeland. As Serge Lifar once noted\, Alexander Shervashidze embodied the artistic ideals of the theater and Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes and stood as a vital figure in the theatrical and artistic revolutions of the West.\nThe exhibition is organized by the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery of Georgia. The show features 250 selected exhibits from the collection of the Shalva Amiranashvili State Museum of Art of Georgia.\nThe project was implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Culture of the Autonomous Republic of Abkhazia. \nCurated by Nana Shervashidze.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/alexander-shervashidze-retrospective/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Tamar Tatia Darchiashvili - Inner Time
DESCRIPTION:Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery will host Tamar-Tatia Darchiashvili’s personal exhibition Inner Time. \nAbout the artist Tamar Darchiashvili lives and works in Georgia. In 1996\, she graduated from the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts\, Department of Easel Drawing. In 1997-99\, she worked as an intern at the Sergo Kobuladze Etching Studio\, under the guidance of Gogi Tsereteli. Her areas of work include graphic drawing\, etching\, installation\, video\, collage\, sculptural jewelry\, book illustration\, enamel technique. She has been participating in local and international exhibitions since 1999. \nSince 1997\, she has participated in exhibitions: 2024 “New Faith” – Chapter Two – Arcane Space Gallery\, Moma Tbilisi\, Georgia; 2024 “New Faith” – Chapter One – Arcane Space Gallery\, Tbilisi\, Georgia; 2024 “Lines of the Lines” – We see items\, Tbilisi\, Georgia; 2022 “From Birth to the Present” – Novo Gallery\, Tbilisi\, Georgia; 2021 “Postmodern Petroglyphs” – Dedikas Gallery\, Tbilisi\, Georgia; 2018 “Exhibitionism” – Berlin\, Germany; 2016 “Green” – National Gallery\, Tbilisi\, Georgia; 2016 “ARBRES” – Galerie Coup De Coeur\, Luc-en-Diois\, France; 2014 “Plastic Idols” – Writer’s House\, Tbilisi\, Georgia; 2013 “The Best Heritage Crafts from South Caucasus” – 2nd prize International Art Center\, Tbilisi\, Georgia; 2013 “Ideographic Objects” – Writer’s House\, Tbilisi; 2012 ‘’Sieraad Art Fair” Amsterdam\, Netherlands; 2012 International Arts and Crafts Fair in Jerusalem – Jerusalem\, Israel; 2011 “Waste Paper” – Tbilisi Puppet Museum\, Georgia 2010; Duo Exhibition – Gallery Nine\, Tbilisi; 2009 “Cloisonne Enamel From the Land of the Golden Fleece” – United Nations Office\, New York; 2007 “Cloisonne Enamel From the Land of the Golden Fleece” – Madrid\, Spain; 2007 “Cloisonne Enamel From the Land of the Golden Fleece” – Consulate General of Europe\, Strasbourg; 2007 “Éclat D’émail” – Maison de L’émail\, Limoges\, France; 2006 “New Generation in Georgian Contemporary Art” – Gallery “Kopala” Tbilisi\, Georgia; 1997 19th International Independent Exhibition of Printed Graphics in Kanagawa – Kanagawa\, Japan. \nThe exhibition is curated by Tamta Tamar Shavgulidze. \nThe exhibition will open on April 12 at 17:00 until May 11.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/tamar-tatia-darchiashvili-inner-time/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250615T180000
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SUMMARY:Ekaterine Gelovani Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Ekaterine Gelovani graduated from the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts in 1983. Shortly after\, in 1987\, she held a solo exhibition at the Tbilisi Ethnographic Museum. She has participated in numerous group exhibitions both in Georgia and abroad. Her works are housed in the National Bank of Georgia\, as well as in private collections in Cologne and Moscow. The artist also took part in a competition organized under the auspices of the UN’s World Food Programme\, where she was awarded second prize. \nEkaterine Gelovani’s paintings are emotionally expressive\, yet simultaneously simple\, concise\, and precise. As the artist herself states\, her work is a personal exploration of the boundless possibilities of color\, form\, and line. \nA special place in her artistic practice is dedicated to portraiture. Her series of self-portraits\, which she titled Dialogue\, comes with her own reflection:\nDialogue with oneself is a complex and perilous journey—a process of losing and finding\, of facing the questions we try to avoid\, yet which inevitably return in different forms\, faces\, and bodies. \nThis is the artist’s first exhibition at the National Gallery. The exhibition will feature around 20 works created over different periods of her career. \nFrom April 11 to June 15\, 2025\, the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery will present a solo exhibition of artist Ekaterine Gelovani. \nExhibition opening – April 11\, 6:00 PM.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/ekaterine-gelovani-exhibition/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250615T180000
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SUMMARY:Guram Gelovani Retrospective Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Guram Gelovani is a significant figure in Georgian painting of the 1950s. During this period\, the dominant artistic demand was to depict themes portraying a “happy Soviet life.” However\, ideological pressure often conflicted with the freedom of artistic expression. Despite these constraints\, remarkable artists emerged\, creating high art rooted in a strong academic tradition.\nGelovani began actively participating in all-Union and international exhibitions in 1955. In 1958\, his painting Youth was awarded a diploma and a gold medal by the Union of Artists and the Ministry of Culture. In 1965\, his work Family from Dusheti received the Gold Medal of the Union Academy of Arts. His paintings have since become museum classics\, reflecting the spirit of their time.\nThis is the first solo exhibition of the artist at the National Gallery. The exhibition will feature approximately 60 works from the Georgian Art Museum\, the National Gallery\, and private family collections. A highlight of the exhibition is the restoration of Industrial Landscape (1961)\, one of Gelovani’s largest works\, which will be displayed for the first time in 60 years.\nGelovani’s artistic range is extensive. Alongside his monumental panels\, the exhibition will showcase his lesser-known lyrical landscapes\, as well as portraits and graphic sketches created in an impressionistic style. \nFrom April 11 to June 15\, 2025\, the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery will present a retrospective exhibition of the works of artist Guram Gelovani. \nExhibition opening – April 11\, 6:00 PM \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/guram-gelovani-retrospective-exhibition/
LOCATION:Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0179
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250914T180000
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SUMMARY:Mose Toidze
DESCRIPTION:  \nMose Toidze\nMarch 27 – September 14\, 2025\nSighnaghi Museum of History and Ethnography \nThe Sighnaghi Museum of History and Ethnography is pleased to announce the exhibition Mose Toidze\, on view from March 27 to September 14\, 2025.\nA key representative of the first generation of professional Georgian artists\, Toidze was instrumental in shaping modern Georgian painting and was the founder of the People’s Art Studio. His work played a crucial role in merging Georgian artistic traditions with European influences\, reflecting the dynamic evolution of national art.\nSpanning classical academic painting to modernist experimentation\, Toidze’s artistic legacy is both diverse and significant. His contributions to the history of Georgian art remain invaluable\, securing his place as one of its central figures.\nThe exhibition will present up to 50 paintings and graphic works drawn from the collections of the Shalva Amiranashvili Art Museum of Georgia and the Ioseb Grishashvili Tbilisi History Museum of Georgian National Museum.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/mose-toidze/
LOCATION:Sighnaghi Museum of History and Ethnography\, Shota Rustaveli # 8\, Sighnaghi\, Georgia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250406T180000
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SUMMARY:Alexandre Bandzeladze and Abstract Art
DESCRIPTION:  \nAlexandre (Shura) Bandzeladze (1927–1992) \nAlexandre Bandzeladze\, a Georgian artist\, is closely associated with the development of abstract expressionism in Georgia. After David Kakabadze\, he significantly advanced abstractionist painting in Georgia\, laying the foundation for a new era in the country’s contemporary art. \nBandzeladze was born in 1927 in a small Siberian village. His family returned to Georgia and settled in Zestaponi after his father’s exile for revolutionary activities. In 1942\, Bandzeladze began studying at the Tbilisi Art School\, later transformed into the Tbilisi Academy of Fine Arts. However\, he was expelled from the school for criticizing the regime. Years later\, as an established artist\, he received his diploma at the Academy’s initiative. \nBandzeladze’s oeuvre is multifaceted. In the early 1950s\, he focused extensively on portraits\, creating works such as the portraits of Galaktion Tabidze and Dodo Chichinadze. Book illustration was also significant to him. He has reworked numerous illustrations for The Knight in the Panther’s Skin. In 1957\, he illustrated five books\, including Ernest Hemingway’s The Old Man and the Sea and Folk Poems of Arsena. These works brought him international recognition: in 1966\, he received a special diploma at the Brno Biennale\, and in 1967\, he won first place at a Leipzig competition. Religious art also held a prominent place in Bandzeladze’s work. The frescoes in the Didube Church and a church built on St. Gabriel’s initiative during the Soviet period act as notable examples. \nBandzeladze’s contribution to abstractionism was particularly remarkable. His works were largely unknown to the broader public during the Soviet era\, reaching only a narrow circle of admirers. His abstract works were first showcased in 1987 at a group exhibition. Bandzeladze’s art became a source of inspiration for young artists such as Gia Edzgveradze\, Ilia Zautashvili\, Gela Zautashvili\, Luka Lasareishvili\, and others\, who shared Bandzeladze’s interest in Eastern philosophy and abstraction.  In the 1980s\, Bandzeladze’s works began incorporating abstract surrealist elements. These compositions\, executed in dark gray tones\, stood out for their precision and depth in color and form. At the same time\, they maintained a Georgian identity and resisted Western influences. For Bandzeladze\, color and form were the primary tools that imbued his works with profound emotionality and depth. To this day\, Alexandre Bandzeladze remains one of the most significant figures in Georgian contemporary art\, with works that continue to captivate audiences. \nThe early examples of abstractionism in Georgia emerged as early as the beginning of the 20th century. Abstract works by David Kakabadze\, created during the dawn of the modernist era\, can be considered authentic avant-garde. During the Soviet period\, particularly in the 1980s\, a new wave of abstractionism appeared\, first in private and then in public spaces\, during the transformation era — the works of this generation of artists combined purely abstract and figurative elements. Signs of abstraction of objects and subjects gradually became more pronounced\, evolving into a formless\, formal artistic language. \nAbstract genres like collage and assemblage appeared episodically in the artists’ works from the 1950s and 1960s\, though their integration into broader artistic spaces was limited. The creative concepts of this period were often romanticized and infused with mythological elements\, while themes were predominantly rooted in socialist realist and national motifs. The main characteristics of these abstract works were their compositional balance and vibrant color palettes. As evidenced in Jibson Khundadze’s narratives\, the initial layers of these works were often sketched on canvas with pencil\, forming a foundation for subsequent layers and final compositions. This approach differed significantly from the artistic styles of later generations. \nThe abstract art of the 1970s-1990s in Georgia was a multifaceted and gradually evolving phenomenon that holds a unique place in contemporary art history. Alexandre Bandzeladze played a significant role in shaping a new generation of Georgian artists. Through his knowledge and creation of a free artistic space\, he inspired young artists to explore new directions in art. Initially\, some artists discovered the older generation’s inclination toward abstract art\, which became a source of motivation for those who only knew Bandzeladze through his portraits and illustrations. Bandzeladze actively collaborated with young artists\, sharing with them his own experience of not only aesthetic principles but also the spiritual significance of art. His mentorship laid the foundation for an unofficial school of abstract art in Georgia. Many artists participated in his secret workshops. Bandzeladze taught them to appreciate the beauty of curved lines\, to adopt painterly techniques\, and to perceive the canvas as both a material and a spiritual experience. \nIn the 1980s\, young artists emerged with a strong desire to explore truth and spirituality. They studied world religions\, theology\, and occult subjects. During this period\, contacts were also established with artistic circles in Moscow. In 1986\, at the Hermitage’s new gallery\, an avant-garde exhibition was held. In 1987\, a broader exhibition was organized at Tbilisi’s Blue Gallery (now the National Gallery)\, featuring artists such as Alexandre Bandzeladze\, Gia Edzgveradze\, Gela Zautashvili\, Ilia Zautashvili\, and Luka Lasareishvili. This event signaled that abstract art had begun to secure its place alongside other genres. Art academy students like Ilia Zautashvili and Gia Edzgveradze already had their artistic-ideological visions shaped by the contemporary political context\, particularly the impact of censorship\, which they experienced through canceled exhibitions. They faced significant challenges in defining their identity and style. Their manifestos – Intimate Concept and Intimate Action – acted as reflections of this process. Social aspects of abstract art in Georgia have to be considered. Socioeconomic and class issues often significantly influenced artistic movements. Furthermore\, local subcultures and dominant social discourse created favorable or obstructive conditions for the formation of new directions in art.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/alexandre-bandzeladze-and-abstract-art/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries
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SUMMARY:Valentin Sherpilov And His Students : Edmond Kalandadze\, Jibson Khundadze\, Zhani Medzmariashvili\, Zurab Nijaradze
DESCRIPTION:Valentin Sherpilov\n(Tbilisi\, 1911 – Tbilisi\, 1974) \nValentin Sherpilov was a Georgian painter known for his vibrant and expressive works. He began his artistic journey studying sculpture at the Tbilisi Academy of Arts (1932–1938). However\, upon the recommendation of the renowned artist Davit Kakabadze\, he shifted to the painting department and studied under Kakabadze’s mentorship. After graduating\, Sherpilov worked as an assistant to Mose Toidze in the painting department. In the late 1930s\, Sherpilov was dismissed from the academy due to accusations of promoting “incorrect ideas” (namely\, Impressionism) among students. Despite this setback\, he went on to teach at the Tbilisi Art School from 1938 to 1974\, mentoring multiple generations of artists. Sherpilov’s artistic repertoire included genre compositions\, portraits\, and scenes capturing the essence of everyday life in Tbilisi. His works are marked by an expressive use of color and a spontaneous\, free-flowing style. In the 1960s\, he developed a particular interest in the encaustic painting technique. Sherpilov’s contributions to the art world earned him the titles of Honored Artist and Honored Teacher of Georgia. \nHis works are preserved in prominent institutions\, including the Museum of Arts of Georgia\, the Georgian National Gallery\, the Oni Museum of Regional Studies\, the Tretyakov Gallery (Moscow)\, and the Museum of the Peoples of the East (Moscow). Additionally\, his pieces are held in private collections across Georgia and abroad.. \n  \nValentin Sherpilov\, both as a painter and educator\, is an extraordinarily Georgian phenomenon. Although ethnically Russian\, he dedicated his life to serving Georgian culture\, as fate or destiny had placed him here from the beginning. Georgian was his language\, his family environment was Georgian\, and Georgian traditions and customs shaped his spiritual world—an embodiment of his nobility and aristocratic character. \nDuring Sherpilov’s studies at the Tbilisi Academy of Arts\, prominent figures of Georgian culture such as Lansere\, Toidze\, Kakabadze\, and Bajbeuk-Melikov were teaching there. This naturally ensured a high standard of education and professionalism. Among them\, however\, Sherpilov held the deepest respect and gratitude for David Kakabadze\, who guided him and opened his eyes as a young artist. Like all true creators\, Sherpilov retained a keen thirst for learning until his death. He studied the principles of classical composition\, created copies of paintings by Tintoretto and Veronese\, and kept Delacroix’s diary as his constant reference\, striving to understand the secrets of painting techniques. He also devoted great interest to encaustic painting\, creating five works in this technique. Among these\, the most impressive is A Small Scene from Italian Life\, inspired by his travels in Italy. Although he spent only a few days there\, he returned with renewed strength\, saying\, “It feels like I’ve been reborn.” The painting transforms an ordinary\, everyday moment into a festival of colors\, vividly reflecting the artist’s unique voice. The richness of color in the work harmonizes with the marble-like texture characteristic of wax paint\, giving the piece the luxurious luster of polished stone. \nSherpilov’s thematic range was broad. Alongside portraits and landscapes\, he created numerous works on historical and revolutionary themes. While many of these pieces were products of their time\, influenced by the political and social processes of the era\, one undeniable quality stands out: the artist’s high level of professionalism. In every work\, the mastery of the painter is evident. \nSherpilov was a true colorist with impeccable “hearing\,” capable of translating his visions and emotions into the complex language of color. His painting paid particular attention to maximizing the expressive potential of color. This is why he was constantly learning\, exploring\, and experimenting. Valentin Sherpilov was an artist to his core. For him\, painting was not only a vocation but a spiritual necessity to which he devoted his entire life. Most importantly\, he passed on to us the ability to perceive the world through his unique vision—his sounds and forms\, colors\, and shadows. \nWith such selfless and almost sacrificial dedication to art\, Sherpilov inspired admiration and love among the younger generation. His life and work elevated the role of an artist and educator to a level of dignity. It is notable that the transformations in Georgian painting during the 1950s are associated with a group of artists whose formation was greatly influenced by Sherpilov as a teacher. These young artists (Edmond Kalandadze\, Jibson Khundadze\, Zhani Medzmariashvili\, Zurab Nijaradze\, among others) shaped the modern face of Georgian art. In Sherpilov’s works\, they particularly valued the Impressionist richness of color\, the impeccable knowledge of composition\, and mastery of drawing. Color\, as the primary emotional element\, took on a central role in the paintings. Its expressive power resonated boldly\, while the deepening of the expressive language brought an intimate\, chamber quality to the works.. \nSophio Ioseliani \n 
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/valentin-sherpilov-and-his-students-edmond-kalandadze-jibson-khundadze-zhani-medzmariashvili-zurab-nijaradze/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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SUMMARY:Elene Rakviashvili - Medea's Garden
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \nDimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery hosts Elene Rakviashvili’s exhibition Medea’s Garden. \nMedea’s Garden is a multimedia exhibition where the author revives the forgotten garden of Medea\, the queen and priestess of Colchis. The concept of Medea’s Garden as “the balance of life – the knowledge of nature\, the use of plants\, the dose – as the power that kills and heals”\, the exhibition space depicts the endemic plants used by Medea of ​​Colchis through various means of art. Elene Rakviashvili is a multidisciplinary artist\, after graduating from the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts\, she has been working in the fields of painting\, installation\, conceptual photography\, video and digital art. Her works are often focused on issues of identity\, environmental protection and urban development. The artist’s work is notable for its interest in social aspects – performance as a medium\, which turns the traditional method of painting on fabric with wine into an interactive process. \nThe exhibition will continue until February 16.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/elene-rakviashvili-medeas-garden/
LOCATION:Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0179
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250323T170000
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SUMMARY:The New Collection of the Museum of Arts of Georgia\, 2021-2023: Part 5
DESCRIPTION:  \nValerian Sidamon- Eristavi \nSergo Kobuladze \nVera Rockline-Schlesinger \nFelix (Varla) Varlamishvili \nIrina Stenberg \nBetween 2021 and 2023\, the Ministry of Culture of Georgia significantly expanded the collection of the Shalva Amiranashvili State Museum of Arts of Georgia\, with a particular focus on modern and contemporary Georgian art. This expansion added works by 122 Georgian artists\, many of whom were previously underrepresented in the museum’s holdings. \nThis newly acquired collection provides a compelling narrative of the evolution of Georgian art. It highlights an extensive range of graphic works created by artists during the 1950s and 1970s\, focusing on those who played key roles in advancing Georgian graphic art. The collection also includes works acquired after the group exhibition of non-conformist artists at the Sighnaghi Museum\, further enhancing its representation of diverse artistic movements. \nHowever\, the most significant additions to the collection are paintings from the 1980s and 1990s\, a pivotal period in Georgian painting that marks a transformative phase in the country’s artistic evolution. This collection highlights a selection of distinct artistic choices\, shedding light on the unique paths each artist took to transcend the limitations of their local environment. Through these works\, they merged their personal experiences with contemporary artistic movements. Notably\, the Ministry has acquired works by modernist artist Valerian Sidamon-Eristavi from the 1930s\, including pieces depicting the construction of Baku’s industrial zone. \nThe most significant additions to the collection are paintings from the 1980s and 1990s\, a transformative period in Georgian art. These works reflect the artists’ unique paths to transcend local limitations\, merging personal experiences with contemporary movements. Notably\, the Ministry has acquired 1930s works by modernist Valerian Sidamon-Eristavi\, including pieces depicting Baku’s industrial zone. \nSince 2022\, the opportunity has arisen to acquire works by renowned artists such as Sergo Kobuladze\, Alexander Bazhbeuk-Melikyan\, Felix Varlamishvili\, and Kirill Zdanevich\, as well as sculptures by Rusudan Gachechiladze\, Vazha Melikishvili\, Karlo Grigolia\, and Simon Girkelidze. \nThe presentation of the new collection of modern and contemporary Georgian art at the Shalva Amiranashvili State Museum of Arts is a gradual process. The fifth exhibition is currently on view at the Sighnaghi Museum from December 18\, 2024\, to March 23\, 2025.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/the-new-collection-of-the-museum-of-arts-of-georgia-2023-2024-part-5/
LOCATION:Signaghi Museum\, Shota Rustaveli # 8\, Signaghi\, Georgia
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250105T180000
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SUMMARY:Exhibition of works by Vakhtang Beridze\, Zachariah Maisuradze\, Longinoz Sumbadze and Rene Schmerling
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nThe exhibition showcasing the works of Georgian art scholars Vakhtang Beridze\, Zachariah Maisuradze\, Longinoz Sumbadze\, and René Schmerling aims to illustrate the synthesis between scientific research and artistic creation. It seeks to demonstrate how these two domains mutually influenced and enriched each other. These four scholars represent the pioneering generation of art historians who established the foundation for the scholarly study of Georgian art. Beyond their seminal contributions to the field\, their distinctive biographies and creative endeavors – which merge intuitive\, emotional insights with rigorously structured academic research – constitute a significant and unique chapter in the history of XX-century Georgian Art. \nNino Sekhniashvili\nExhibition author \n 
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/exhibition-of-works-by-vakhtang-beridze-zachariah-maisuradze-longinoz-sumbadze-and-rene-schmerling/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20241108T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250407T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042058
CREATED:20241104T124635Z
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SUMMARY:COPIES OF GEORGIAN FRESCOES FROM THE COLLECTION OF THE MUSEUM OF ARTS OF GEORGIA
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe exhibition showcases copies of medieval Georgian monumental art created by renowned Georgian artists in the early 20th century. These selected works represent a small portion of the rich collection at the Shalva Amiranashvili Museum of Arts. The creation of this collection can be attributed to the dedicated efforts of Ekvtime Takaishvili and Dimitri Shevardnadze\, both advocates for Georgian culture and museum development\, along with contributions from historical\, ethnographic\, and artistic societies. \nMajor expeditions aimed at studying Georgian culture began in the 1910s\, with enthusiastic participation from young artists who would later become prominent figures. The artifacts they produced are invaluable\, as many originals no longer exist or are severely damaged. \nThe copies and sketches of Georgian frescoes displayed at the National Gallery highlight important treasures of our cultural heritage\, each possessing distinct artistic value. The dates of the exhibited pieces indicate that these works mark the beginnings of the creative journeys of great Georgian artists such as David Kakabadze\, Lado Gudiashvili\, Shalva Kikodze\, Dimitri Shevardnadze\, and others. Each copy is rendered with close fidelity to the originals\, vivid expression\, and a unique artistic style. Exploring these copies is essential for studying the works of the featured artists.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/copies-of-georgian-frescoes-from-the-collection-of-the-museum-of-arts-of-georgia/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20241106T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250407T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042058
CREATED:20241103T091205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T040712Z
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SUMMARY:GEORGIAN PORTRAIT PAINTING OF THE 19TH CENTURY
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe exhibition features eighteen 19th-century Tbilisi Portrait School artworks\, preserved at the Shalva Amiranashvili State Museum of Arts of Georgia. This collection includes portraits of contemporary Georgian residents\, such as kings\, queens\, princes\, nobles\, military officers\, officials\, and citizens. \nThroughout the history of Georgian art\, various artistic styles were influenced by diverse cultural traditions\, due to Georgia’s geographical location and the unique circumstances often faced by smaller nations. In the second half of the 18th century and the first half of the 19th century\, influences from the Eastern-Islamic and Western-European worlds were evident in Georgian lifestyle and Georgian art. Tbilisi\, Georgia’s capital\, was also a multicultural hub\, with people from different backgrounds bringing their customs and ethnic cultures. Consequently\, by the early 19th century\, the expressive style of the Tbilisi portrait school reflected a fusion of various artistic traditions. \nAmong the roots of this school\, a distinctly Georgian influence stands the long-standing tradition of secular portraits in Georgian medieval wall painting. Iranian art also played a significant role. Furthermore\, the stylistic character of the Tbilisi portrait school was undoubtedly shaped by the impact of European easel painting and the evolution of Georgian parade portraits in the late 18th century. Around 200 works from this school survive in Georgia today\, known for their typicality\, generalization\, and universality. \nBy the end of the 18th century\, there was a certain fusion between the incoming influences and those traditionally rooted in the Middle Ages\, creating a highly noteworthy art form. With Russia’s arrival\, not only was the monarchy abolished\, and the church stripped of its autonomy\, but the entire social order was disrupted. In art\, this was expressed through a new reorganization—we see yet another wave of European influence arriving and\, once again\, meeting with local traditions. This begins in the late 1820s\, as a rise to a very intriguing phenomenon. We call it the Tbilisi portrait\, although it appears to extend beyond just Tbilisi. Today\, this phenomenon is quite well-known. We know that many artists were involved\, yet still\, there are no names or surnames attached to the works. In several pieces\, we see the blending of Georgian and Armenian visual traditions and unifying elements—sometimes a hint of Eastern influence\, sometimes a sudden return to the old\, our own\, medieval juxtapositions. It is interesting to see how this phenomenon connects to the circle of artists who emerged on the scene at the end of the 19th century. \nThis text is based on Dimitri Tumanishvili’s book Georgian Art of the 20th Century and Its Historical Context. \n 
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/georgian-portrait-painting-of-the-19th-centure/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20241005T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20241103T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042058
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SUMMARY:Yuri Berishvili - The Emperor's Garden
DESCRIPTION:From October 5 to November 3\, the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery presents Yuri Berishvili retrospective exhibition\nThe Emperosr’s Garden. \nYuri Berishvili is one of the prominent playmakers in the recent history of Georgian visual arts\, and his artistic messages offer rich material both down the path of Georgian painting’s development and for the capabilities of an image\, for seeking its boundaries\, and putting forth its new interpretations. \nQuite evasive in his works is the line where figurative speech transforms into abstract\, and vice versa. These very transitional nuances may reveal best the exceptionality of his vision as an artist\, as he generalizes form or decides to schematize it in his own idiosyncratic way. \nYuri Berishvili was graduated from Tbilisi State Academy of Fine Arts in 1981. And since then\, the artist had numerous personal and group exhibitions in many countries of the world: Georgia\, Belgium\, Austria\, France\, Russia\, England\, Germany\, the United States of America. \nHis works are preserved in the National Gallery of Georgia\, the Georgian Museum of Fine Arts in Tbilisi\, the World Bank Collection in Washington\, the Nancy and Norton Dodge Collection in the Zimmerli Museum (USA)\, the Kolodzei Art Foundation in New Jersey (USA)\, private galleries and collections in Georgia and abroad.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/yuri-berishvili-the-emperors-garden/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240920T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240929T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042058
CREATED:20240920T063544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T064220Z
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SUMMARY:Davit Abesadze’s Retrospective Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:  \nFrom September 20 to September 29  the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery hosts  David Abesadze’s Retrospective Exhibition  \nDavit Abesadze (b. 1966) is a notable figure from the generation of artists emerging in the 1990s.  \nHe is an intriguing and impressive artist whose work is characterized by expressiveness and a distinctive vision of the world. As it seems\, the life of a painter itself is involved in creating an interesting environment for his work –  The family took care of the hearing impaired artist from birth. Following the death of his parents\, Abesadze led a reclusive life\, with minimal involvement in the art world.  \nDavit Abesadze’s solo retrospective exhibition at the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery is being held for the first time.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/davit-abesadzes-retrospective-exhibition/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240906T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20241103T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042058
CREATED:20240831T130039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240901T135744Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Homeland
DESCRIPTION:  \nFrom September 6 to November 3\, the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery presents\nBeyond the Homeland\, a joint exhibition featuring the works of immigrant artists Felix\nVarlamishvili\, Vera Pagava\, Vano Enoukidze\, and Michel Bilanichvili. \nThe exhibition highlights the artworks of these four artists\, who left Georgia for various\nreasons in the 1920s. They grew up in exile and established themselves as French\nartists; as a result\, none of them returned to Georgia\, instead living and working in\nParis. During that period\, Western culture was in a state of flux\, which is reflected in\ntheir art. However\, despite being shaped within the same artistic environment\, the works\nof these four artists are distinctly different from one another. \nThe artworks are collected from Georgian and European private collections.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/beyond-the-homeland/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240905T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240915T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042058
CREATED:20241004T080849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T080849Z
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SUMMARY:Returned Collections 2021-2023
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nFrom September 5 to September 15\, the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery hosted an exhibition. The exhibition showcased artworks from Georgian museums that were taken between 1993 and 2010 and have been recently returned. \nThe collection features pieces by renowned Georgian artists such as Sergo Kobuladze\,Elene\nAkhvlediani\, Apolon Kutateladze\, Edmond Kaladadze\, Dimitri Khakhutashvili\, Guram\n(Khita) Kutateladze\, Givi Toidze\, Irakli Sutidze\, Levan Lagidze\, Zaza Berdzenishvili\,\nZaur Golava\, Tamaz Kakabadze\, Rusudan Petviashvili\, Temo Japaridze\, Otar Sulava\,\nMedea Bakradze\, Vazha Melikishvili\, Nodar Topuria\, Simon Girkelidze\, Neli Aleksidze\,\nTengiz Tskhondia\, Omar Kachkachishvili\, Guram Navrozashvili\, Grigol Chirinaishvili\,\nShota Lejava\, Zaur Deisadze\, Kote Chankvetadze\, and Gela Mandzhavidze. \nAmong the returned pieces is an 18th-century still life by an unknown Russian academic artist\, originally acquired by the Museum of Fine Arts in the 1930s under the attribution of Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin. The museum recovered the painting\, which had been stolen during a 1994 armed robbery\, in 2023. \nThe National Gallery has recently reclaimed several important works by artists such as Grigory Gagarin\, Lev Lagorio\, Karl Zhukovsky\, Yevgeny Lanceray\, and Boris Vogel. These pieces are of great historical\, ethnographic\, and artistic significance for Georgia. Originally housed in the Russian Academy of Arts\, these works were returned to the National Gallery in 2021 after being absent for 18 years\, thanks to the efforts of the Ministry of Culture of Georgia. \n 
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/returned-collections-2021-2023/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240903T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240915T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042058
CREATED:20240829T123448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T123448Z
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SUMMARY:Misha Iashvili 70
DESCRIPTION:  \nFrom September 3 to September 15\, The Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery\, with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Sports of Georgia\, present Misha Iashvili 70\, the solo exhibition of Mikheil Iashvili. \nIn the 1980s\, a new generation of artists brought a significant shift in the Georgian art scene. They redefined it with innovative forms and content\, reviving once-forgotten traditional and religious themes. This period is characterized by a reinterpretation of artistic forms and a passionate pursuit of individual creativity\, which defines the essence of Georgian painting from this era. \nMikheil (Misha)  Iashvili (1954-2012) was an exceptionally charismatic artist of his generation. He graduated from the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts in 1979 and continued his studies in the creative workshop of Ucha Japaradze from 1981 to 1983. Iashvili was a leading member of the Union of Artists of Georgia from 1989 to 1999. In the 1990s\, he also served as president of the artists’ club Pirosmani\, and from 2009 to 2012\, he was a visiting professor at the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts. \nMikheil Iashvili’s biography is as dynamic and multifaceted as his art. Not only was he a prolific artist\, but he also organized numerous projects and exhibitions both in Georgia and internationally. His influence extended well beyond his creative works. The art events he curated – whether in bustling cities\, remote villages\, or the courtyards of Old Tbilisi – were often spontaneous and celebrated as true artistic festivities. As his friends recall\, Misha was a passionate visionary\, exceptionally dedicated and effective in realizing his ideas\, yet also an irrepressible romantic… \nMikheil Iashvili’s artistic output is remarkably diverse\, encompassing paintings\, graphics\, collages\, and a range of styles and experiments.  Each piece bears the imprint of his distinctive vision\, imbued with a subtle charm.  Throughout his career\, he has participated in approximately 160 exhibitions\, both nationally and internationally. His work has been displayed in numerous countries\, including Germany\, Switzerland\, Norway\, France\, Italy\, Japan\, Poland\, Hungary\, Malta\, and Egypt\, with 16 of these being solo exhibitions
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/misha-iashvili-70/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240815T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240829T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042058
CREATED:20240807T104018Z
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SUMMARY:Nina Lordkipanidze - Retrospective
DESCRIPTION:Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery presents large-scale retrospective exhibition of the surrealist artist Nina Lordkipanidze\, which includes almost all stages of her work and is being held in her homeland for the first time. \nNina Lordkipanidze (1941-2020) graduated from the Faculty of Architecture of the Tbilisi State Arts Academy (1964). Her teachers were: architects – Archil Kurdiani\, Ivane Chkhenkeli\, Tony Kalandarishvili; artists – Sergo Kobuladze\, Ucha Japaridze\, Vasil Shukhaev. She continued her studies at the Technical University of Prague (1969)\, later – at the Academy of Fine Arts in Helsinki\, where she was a student of the Finnish surrealist painter Juhanni Linovaara. 1972-1976 she worked at the Moscow Design Institute – Gyprotheater. In 1980-90\, she was a lecturer and professor of academic painting at the Stroganov University of Art and Industry (Moscow). \nNino Lordkipanidze’s work reflected the vision of an architect. Her painting is characterized by a new perception of space\, a violation of real geometric rules\, unreal perspectives\, and mirrored unusual spaces. Landscape\, still life\, compositions prevail in her works\, in which the author moves away from the perception of material form and conveys the feelings and irrational mood of the inner world. \nThe artist had a number of personal and group exhibitions in different countries of the world: Georgia\, Russia\, Finland\, Belgium\, Poland\, London\, Czech Republic\, Switzerland\, Austria\, and Turkey. Her works are preserved in galleries and museums of Georgia (Sh. Amiranashvili State Museum of Art\, Art Palace – Museum of Cultural History) and in private collections of different countries. \nOpening of the exhibition 15th of August\, 18:00.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/nina-lordkipanidze-retrospective/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240719T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240811T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042058
CREATED:20240708T093534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T141151Z
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SUMMARY:Vaho Muskheli - Rubicon
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery and Art Gallery Vanda\, with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Sports of Georgia\, present Rubicon\, the solo exhibition of Vaho Muskheli (Vakhtang Muskhelishvili). The project is curated by Vanda Mujiri. \nThe exhibition will present paintings and graphic works created in the last five-year period by Vaho Muskheli. \nVaho Muskheli (Vakhtang Muskhelishvili) was born in 1957 in Tbilisi. After graduating from the Tbilisi Academy of Arts\, he continued to work independently. In the 1990s\, he moved to the United States\, where he has lived for 30 years. Currently\, Vaho Muskheli resides in Seattle and is a prominent artist in America and his homeland. His works are held in state and private collections in many countries. \nVaho Muskheli’s artistic vision is unique; he perceives things differently. In his work\, every topic he addresses stems from reality. Each canvas reflects his feelings\, illustrating the emotions he communicates to himself and his audience. Muskheli’s relationship with the canvas is akin to his relationship with the entire world\, making it impossible to convey everything in just one word. Each painting is a single word of a story\, and the artist’s entire body of work is the grand narrative he tells us about the world. \nMuskheli is particularly fascinated by “the challenges of researching the illusions of the three-dimensional world and the flatness of the canvas\, mediating between worlds to achieve an interworld feeling.” This is why his works are notable for their monumentality. His expressive language\, focusing on human and animal forms\, represents fantastic realism with strong elements of personal symbolism\, according to the artist himself. \n– Vanda Mujiri \n“No one but time should grant you the title of an Artist. It is a time that must be filled with hard work and the search for new things\,” says Vaho Muskheli. \n„What are the main impulses of my theme? \nMan and the environment – exploring man’s function in a changing world and how his psyche evolves with these changes\, emphasizing their interdependence; \nThe sense of the temporality of human physical existence and agnosticism in vast and endless space; \nA man’s fall to the deepest bottom and the desire to fight and climb back up; \nThe human body\, especially its dynamics of motion\, is a narrative of the world. Human body motion can provide answers to endless unanswered questions. The human body holds the mystery of understanding the world\, the mystique of solitude\, and the choice of a free mind. \nEach seemingly insignificant gesture is a word in a complex sentence. Our choice of sentences shapes the story we create. \nSooner or later\, everyone finds themselves at the edge of a river\, like Caesar once upon a time\, where they must make a choice\, that can either unleash the monster of ignorance or hold the kindness of the world just in the palm of their hand. Everyone has to cross their own Rubicon.“ \n– Vaho Muskheli \nThe exhibition will open on Friday\, July 19\, at 18:00 and will run until August 11\, 2024. \nAddress: The Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery\, Rustaveli Ave. 11\, Tbilisi
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/vaho-muskheli-rubicon/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries
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