Christian Lu’s Exhibition “From Dong Yuan to Cezanne”
Shanghai Convention Center
Christian Lu gifted the Jilin province charity foundation with one of his artworks titled “Eternal Peace” .
Shanghai Convention Center
Christian Lu gifted the Jilin province charity foundation with one of his artworks titled “Eternal Peace” .
《Tribute to Lu You》 by Christian Lu : A Work Filled with Poetry and Emotion
Through this painting, Christian Lu not only pays tribute to his ancestor, the renowned poet Lu You (陆游), but also seeks to share his vision of family heritage and cultural transmission. This artwork was exhibited at the China Art Museum in Shanghai, the painter’s hometown, once again highlighting his deep connection to his roots.
From a visual perspective, Hommage à Lu You is an abstract painting dominated by shades of purple and blue, with intense and nuanced colors. Purple symbolizes mystery, depth, and nobility, while blue evokes serenity and vastness. The interplay of these colors creates a dreamlike atmosphere, transporting the viewer into a spiritual realm beyond reality.
The composition of the painting is centered on mountains and clouds, with sharp and defined mountain ridges, while the clouds are rendered with soft brushstrokes, creating a visual effect that combines movement and tranquility. This artistic technique recalls the depictions of nature in Lu You’s poetry, particularly his admiration for and contemplation of mountainous and aquatic landscapes. Lu You’s poetry often uses nature to convey deep reflections on life and the homeland. In a similar way, Christian Lu responds to this spirit through his visual language.
As a descendant of the Lu family, Christian Lu’s creation is not merely a personal artistic expression; it is also a continuation and homage to his family’s heritage. Since its foundation by Lu Jigong, the Lu lineage has spanned over two thousand years and has produced many distinguished figures. Lu You, one of its most illustrious representatives, left a lasting impact through his poetry imbued with patriotism and deep emotions. Through this painting, Christian Lu expresses his respect for his ancestor while integrating the spiritual essence of his family’s culture into his artistic creation.
This cultural transmission is metaphorically represented in the painting. The mountains symbolize the foundations and continuity of the lineage, while the clouds illustrate the perpetuation and elevation of its spirit. The harmony between purple and blue reflects both a contemplation of family history and an aspiration toward the future.
The theme of the exhibition Dreams of Clouds – Christian Lu Art Exhibition resonates deeply with the atmosphere of this painting. Yunmeng (Clouds and Dreams) refers to the vast marshlands of the ancient Chu kingdom, symbolizing the grandeur and mystery of nature. Through its colors and composition, the artist’s work recreates a universe similar to Yunmeng, celebrating both the beauty of nature and the family’s cultural heritage.
The exhibition highlights the profound connections between art, nature, history, and culture. Hommage à Lu You vividly embodies this connection: it not only honors Lu You’s poetic spirit but also serves as a bridge between family tradition and artistic renewal.
In December 2024, Mr. Valadou (French Consul of Shanghai) paid a visit to Christian Lu in Shanghai.
An oil painting of the artist will be now part of the Consulate collection at the Villa Basset.
In December 2024, Christian Lu (陆永安) welcomed abbot Juexing (觉醒) at his Shanghai workshop.
The Jade Buddha Temple in Shanghai holds from now the artpiece Montagnes Jaunes : Impressions.
Christian Lu would states that “through art, one does simply transcribes the link between humans and nature.”
January 2024 : Exhibition of Christian Lu entitled “Rêves de Nuages” (Dreams of Clouds) at the Art Museum of China in Shanghai.
In 2024, the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and France is to be celebrated.
Among the paintings that are showcased, many of them are tributes to the Chinese masters who guided him along the way before he left China for France.
The entire universe of Christian Lu is made of dreams and imaginary landscapes.
Poly Auction’s Fall edition will showcase one of Christian Lu’s painting: Espérance (postponed due to the pandemic situation) in February 2023.
A short video presenting the painting:
The artist painter Christian Lu (陆永安) held an exhibition of about thirty recent art works at the National Art Museum of China in Beijing early November (中国美术馆 – NAMOC).
Mr.Wu Weishan, President of the Museum, Mr. Peng Jianming, President of China Media Group, Mrs. Zhang Xiaoman, general director of the Digital Museum of Art and Culture and Mr. Dong Qiang, director of the Yenching Academy of Peking University, attended the opening ceremony of this solo exhibition “Dreams of Clouds”.
Christian Lu with Wu Wei Shan 陆永安与吴为山馆长
We are very pleased to announce the opening of the gallery dedicated to the artworks of Christian Lu’s painting.
During the opening, we had the honor to welcome : Mr and Mrs Raffarin, Mr Fabius – President of the Consitutional Council – and Mrs Fabius, Mr Lecoq – Mayor of the 6th arrondissement, Mr Lu Shaye – Ambassador of China in France, Mr Badré – CEO of Blue Like an Orange Sustainable Capital (investment fund), Mr et Mrs Pompidou, Mr Hutin – Director of Fondation Claude Pompidou – et Mrs Hutin as well as Mr Layani – President of Rungis.
We were delighted to welcome our dear friends : Mr Dulieu – Archivist of the Salon d’Automne, Mr Callegari, Mr Ros – CEO of Paco Chicano, Mr Ghenassia as well as Mrs Charpentier.
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