Gagik Avetisyan’s legacy as a basement to the activation process of Sino-Armenian cultural exchanges
Gagik Avetisyan, a distinguished Armenian artist, theorist, and artisan (1957-2021) and a member of the Artists’ Union of Armenia left an indelible mark in fostering cultural exchange between China and Armenia. His pivotal role in bridging the artistic communities of
Vehik Ter-Grigoryan: creating perpetual female characters
Vehik Ter-Grigoryan, a Soviet-Armenian artist, was born on April 29, 1903, in Akhaltsikhe, Georgia. She received her education at the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts and later moved to Yerevan in 1945, where she continued her artistic pursuits until her
The Armenian Art and Wine Festival commenced in Shanghai
As the Armenian Chinese Partnership Center reports, on June 26, the Shanghai 2024 Armenian Art and Wine Festival commenced at the Global Hub International Center of the Shanghai Free Trade Zone. The festival showcased Armenian wines and brandy and approximately
The Armenian-Lebanese fashion designer gaining popularity among Chinese celebrities
The internationally renowned Armenian-Lebanese fashion designer is gaining prominence within the circle of Chinese celebrities. Krikor Jabotian, who established his eponymous couture house in 2009 at the young age of 23, has dedicated his efforts to creating elaborate designs showcasing
Armenian “bride’s doll” and its symbolism
The significance of dolls in Armenian culture is highlighted through their ritual roles, which include protection, punishment, fortune-telling, and serving as an "interlocutor." Within Armenian households, a variety of dolls crafted from materials like cloth, thread, dough, clay, wood, metal,
The inscription on the lintel of the 5th-century basilica – the earliest example of Armenian script in use
The Basilica of Saint Sarkis, also known as the Tekor Basilica, was a prominent 5th-century church situated in historical Armenia. It was located on a slope overlooking the village of Digor, previously known as Tekor, and was distinguished by its
The Mother Armenia monument integrates the concepts of motherhood and patriotism
Monuments are significant cultural representations and bearers of history. The story of "Mother Armenia" (Մայր Հայաստան) dates back to the 20th century and is a prominent example of such a monument. This hammered copper statue stands 22 meters tall and
Armenian national costume and traditional cuisine presented in Yiwu
At an international cultural event in Yiwu city on April 30th, Jasmina Grigoryan, an Armenian student, presented Armenian traditional cuisine and national costume. Her attire was an exquisite gown inspired by motifs and shapes of the Armenian traditional dress of
The Armenian booth was a standout at the international cultural event held at Beijing Language and Culture University
On April 27th, the Beijing Language and Culture University hosted its annual International Cultural Day, which brings together students from all over the world in a vibrant celebration. This event serves as a bridge between nations, allowing for the exchange
The torn rug was restored as a testimony of the reunion of two Armenian sisters who survived the Genocide
The "Vahanagorg" rug, a century-and-a-half-old artifact from Western Armenia, has a unique history. During the Armenian Genocide, a period when Armenians were forced to flee their homes, the rug was separated into two parts. Its significance lies in the fact
