Ningbo's prints charm Armenia

Prints go on display at the Yerevan History Museum. [Photo/cnnb.com.cn]

An exhibition called Ink & Landscape: Works by Shao Keping from Ningbo Museum opened on Aug 1 in Yerevan, Armenia.

Co-hosted by the Ningbo Museum and the Yerevan History Museum, it marks 33 years of China-Armenia diplomatic relations and furthers cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative.

Featuring 40 works by Chinese printmaking master Shao Keping, the display vividly captures China's journey of development and reform.

With its expressive lines and resonant details, Shao's prints are said to reflect both the grandeur of China's changing landscape and the intimate emotions of its people.

Highlights include vibrant works like Sunrise Over the East and Autumn in Dunhuang, as well as emotive portraits such as Contemplation and Don't Let It Fall. Shao's portrayal of infrastructure — like Nanpu Bridge Construction — offers powerful insights into collective efforts and national progress.

The exhibition drew a warm reception from the Armenians. Visitors were captivated by Shao's energetic style and rich storytelling. Yerevan's museum director praised it as "a window to the East" — celebrating Chinese culture's visual depth and emotional resonance.

The exchange is said to build on a January exhibition hosted by the Ningbo Museum showing Armenian artifacts. Together, the two institutions continue to foster mutual understanding — proof that art can speak across continents.

The Yerevan History Museum. [Photo/cnnb.com.cn]