The exhibition – Aleksandr Kishchenko: Threads of Fate – has opened as part of co-operation between the Voronezh Region and the Republic of Belarus and in commemoration of the 300th anniversary of the founding of the Russian region. Ambassador of Belarus to Russia Aleksandr Rogozhnik was among its first visitors.
Aleksandr Kishchenko is a People’s Artist of Belarus, winner of the USSR State Prize. He was born in the village of Bely Kolodets (Boguchar District, Voronezh Region of Russia) and, since 1963, he lectured at the Belarusian Theatre and Art Institute. The artist created a unique style that combines the traditions of folk art and modern trends.
Aleksandr Kishchenko worked in the field of easel and monumental painting, created murals, mosaics and tapestries. For example, he authored the unique Tapestry of the Century, which was handmade from wool in 1996. The artist was awarded the State Prize of Belarus for this work, which is listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the largest tapestry in the world and recognised as a national treasure.
The exhibition features more than 150 works by Aleksandr Kishchenko from the private collection of the artist’s widow, Nina Kukharenko.
“It is pleasant that the co-operation between the Republic of Belarus and the Voronezh Region involves not only construction and industry. Culture and sports are something that unites the hearts of our people. I am sincerely grateful to those who have contributed to this wonderful event,” Ambassador of Belarus to Russia Aleksandr Rogozhnik said at the opening ceremony.
“It is very important for us that Aleksandr Kishchenko connects our two fraternal peoples, our two fraternal territories. I want to assure you that we will keep the memory of this man in our hearts,” Governor of the Voronezh Region Aleksandr Gusev emphasised.
