China, UK museums to co-host exhibition on European art in Shanghai

SHANGHAI, Feb. 1 (Xinhua) -- Museums from China and the United Kingdom have agreed to jointly host an exhibition on European art in Shanghai in 2027, showcasing works spanning nearly seven centuries.

The National Galleries of Scotland, Art Exhibitions China and the World Expo Museum signed a letter of intent in Shanghai to organize the exhibition, scheduled for the summer of 2027, the World Expo Museum announced Sunday.

Featuring more than 60 precious works from the National Galleries of Scotland, the exhibition will cover the period from 1350 to 2021, spanning major artistic movements from the Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo to modern art.

Works by artists such as Peter Paul Rubens, Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Edgar Degas are expected to be included.

Anne Lyden, director-general of the National Galleries of Scotland, said the cooperation came at a meaningful moment and reflects efforts to deepen ties through exhibitions and works of art.

"We look forward to offering Chinese audiences deeper insights into the sweeping historical transformations in European art and society," said Liu Wentao, director of the World Expo Museum.

Tan Ping, director of Art Exhibitions China, said the cooperation represents a further step in promoting mutual learning among civilizations and enhancing people-to-people exchanges. ■