The upcoming exhibition, ‘Tale of Two Cities,’ organized by CulturVator and Art D’Égypte, seeks to honor the profound cultural and historical connections between Greece and Egypt. This artistic celebration will be held in both Alexandria and Athens, featuring an array of artworks that highlight the shared heritage of these two ancient civilizations.
The exhibition will commence at the Acropolis Museum in Athens from June 25th to July 16th, and later move to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina in Alexandria from October 17th to 31st. Additionally, a parallel exhibition will be held at the Lemon Tree Restaurant in Athens, starting on June 25th and continuing throughout the summer.
Supported by the Egyptian Ministry of Culture and Experience Egypt, ‘Tale of Two Cities’ boasts an impressive roster of artists, including Mahmoud Said, Papageorge, Costas Varotsos, Danae Stratou, Omar Touson, Said Badr, and Karim El Hayawan. Their works will reflect the historical intertwining of Greek and Egyptian art, celebrating the unique identities and deep-rooted bonds of both nations. Through their creations, the exhibition will explore the artistic synthesis that has developed over millennia, examining the influence of aesthetics and symbolism on artistic evolution.
“This exhibition is more than just a display of artistic talent; it is a profound cultural exchange meant to be a transformative experience, fostering a renewed appreciation for the enduring ties between these two nations,” says Nadine Abdel Ghaffar, founder of CulturVator and Art D’Égypte, in an interview with SceneTraveller. “As someone born and raised in Alexandria, I have always been captivated by Alexander the Great’s vision of a cultural city. It feels like my duty to carry forward this mission and bring it into our contemporary world.”
