On May 07th , 2011, at 12:00 p.m., the “Granart” Gallery has the honor to present the opening of “Legends of Asia” Sale exhibition. This exhibition will be conducted in order to facilitate the development of folk crafts, support craftsmen and familiarize everyone with the rich cultural heritage and ancient traditions of Uzbekistan.

Here you will have an opportunity to buy the unique samples of national embroidery, embossing masterpieces, ceramic products, handmade fabric, modern and antique jewelry, silk and wool carpets, national clothes and garments, wood carvings, lacquered miniatures and rag dolls in national costumes at the primary prices of craftsmen.

You will discover the original paintings and drawings of contemporary Samarkand’s

artist Toir Sharipov. He got the inspiration in national motives of Uzbek textile prints. The avant- garde stylistics and imaginative world organically synthesized in his creative works.

And undeservedly lost artworks of russian artist Zasivenko V.A. will be exhibited as well. The creative search brought him to Fergana city of Uzbekistan at the beginning of 20th century. His art works were exhibited and ranked on a par with such a great avant-guard paintings of Volkov A.N., Bure L.L. and Karahan N.G. His paintings are remarkable with solid Russian school of impressionism. The rich national life and traditions, landscapes and the architecture found the reflection in his art works.

The event will be followed with Uzbek folk music and accompanied with dishes of the Uzbek national cuisine.

Opening of this cultural event will be family-oriented. Famous painters and sculptors shall give free master classes on drawing, clay modelling and art painting for children and adults.

Paintings of children graduated from our art studio will be shown as well.

The Sale exhibition shall be open till the end of May, 2011. We invite all the people who wish to enjoy the unique beauty and power of national art and find a new source of inspiration.

We kindly propose to all the organizations and individuals interested in this event to serve as our partners. We will be glad to any cooperation and have pleasure in considering any ideas able to make this event more interesting.

The exhibition will take place on following address: 13a Khamid Alimdjan sq., entrance 4, Capital Business Complex, Northern-Eastern side, Tashkent, Republic of Uzbekistan.

For reference please call :

(99871) 1205560 ; (99871) 1205561

Fax: (99871) 1205562

Email: granartgallery@gmail.com

Web-site: http://www.granartgallery.com

Opening hours: 11.00 a.m. – 19:00 p.m.

Day off: Sunday, Monday