[May 21, Macau] MGM is committed to promoting traditional Chinese culture to the world through a variety of innovative arts and cultural projects. In 2024, the year of “two celebrations” (75th anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China and 25th anniversary of the Establishment of the Macao S.A.R.), MGM takes the noble and righteous “Jianghu” as theme, and draws from the rousing spirit of chivalry and courage of lions and classic heroes — to present internationally renowned Chinese sculptor Ren Zhe’s first-ever solo exhibition in Macau, “MGM X Ren Zhe – ‘Legends of Chivalry’ Selling Exhibition”. The exhibition invites all discerning art collectors and aficionados to attend this Jianghu gathering where heroism abounds for all, and offers a remarkable chance to acquire these limited and priceless art pieces into collection.
The “MGM X Ren Zhe – ‘Legends of Chivalry’ Selling Exhibition” presents approximately 20 sculptures, including the highly acclaimed and world’s first officially authorised sculptures of classic characters from Jin Yong’s martial arts novels, sculptures from Ren’s own “Warriors” series and more; adding to the sculpture is the exclusive feature of Ren’s sketches, which are an extension of his sculptural works. The “MGM X Ren Zhe – ‘Legends of Chivalry’ Selling Exhibition” showcases distinctive and storied pieces from the various bodies of work by the artist, portraying the vast Jianghu world through Ren’s signature contemporary sculptural storytelling. The exhibit will promote the timeless legend of Jin Yong’s legendary heroes throughout Macau and the Greater Bay Area, diversifying MGM’s cultural tourism offerings with this curated spectacle. MGM is also the first in the world to present Ren’s neo-Chinese home decor and apparel merchandise, reinterpreting traditional Chinese cultural elements using contemporary exquisite craftsmanship, infusing the beauty of artistry into everyday life.
Creating resonance with the “MGM X Ren Zhe – ‘Legends of Chivalry’ Selling Exhibition”, MGM concurrently presents the “Jin Yong Wuxia Drama Costumes & Weapons Exhibition” in Barra. These vibrant exhibitions connect MGM’s events venue to Barra district under the unifying theme of “Jianghu heroes”.
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About “MGM X Ren Zhe – ‘Legends of Chivalry’ Selling Exhibition”
Duration: Available from now, year-round (guided art tours available)
Time: 12:00 to 20:00 daily
Venue: ’M Art Gallery, MGM COTAI
Artworks by Ren Zhe on display:
- Sculptures of classic characters from Jin Yong’s martial arts novels, including The Eagle-shooting Heroes, The Condor Heroes, The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre, The Flying Fox of The Snowy Mountain, The Young Flying Fox, and The Duke of Mount Deer
- Other sculptural works including “Qi Gu”, “Jing Ling”, “Shen Se” that encompasses Ren’s signature “warriors” iconography, and draws inspiration from deities and myths in Chinese folklore
- Manuscripts, and other art of living commodities that Ren designed for, including “ARTI_DIVINE”, a series of home décor products, and “RE_DIVINE”, a series of neo-Chinese apparel
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About Ren Zhe
Born in 1983, Ren Zhe graduated from the Academy of Arts & Design at Tsinghua University and is renowned for combining traditional Chinese culture with contemporary Western technique in his works of art. His art-making ethos is to “channel a formidable external presence by unleashing the momentum of impetuous energy, etch an outward image based on intrinsic character, and embody the essential ethos by building up from within”. In 2019, his “Qi — Ren Zhe Sculpture Exhibition” at Beijing’s Imperial Ancestral Temple caused a sensation in the art world, being also the first contemporary artist to be exhibited at that historic venue. His sculptural works are highly sought after in the art auction market and have repeatedly set records for bidding prices. This exhibit features several of Ren’s works for the very first time.
About MGM
MGM is an abbreviation for MGM China Holdings Limited (HKEx: 2282) and is a leading developer, owner and operator of gaming and lodging resorts in the Greater China region. We are the holding company of MGM Grand Paradise, SA which holds one of the six gaming concessions to run casino games in Macau. MGM Grand Paradise, SA owns and operates MGM MACAU, the award-winning premium integrated resort located on the Macau Peninsula and MGM COTAI, a contemporary luxury integrated resort in Cotai, which opened in early 2018 and more than doubles our presence in Macau.
MGM MACAU is a Forbes Five-Star luxury integrated resort inspired by the arts with every element of the resort infused with creativity and style. MGM MACAU has approximately 600 guest rooms and suites and boasts a number of distinguishing features, including the architecturally stunning European-inspired Grande Praça, housed under a soaring glass ceiling. MGM MACAU’s world class facilities include the MGM Art Space, dedicating over 5,000 square feet to display authentic works of art, conference and event facilities, spa, and seven signature restaurants and bars to fulfill any gastronomic craving. Our property is conveniently located on the Macau Peninsula and is directly connected to the luxury retail shopping complex, One Central.
MGM COTAI is the latest integrated resort of MGM in China. Designed as the “jewelry box” of Cotai, it offers approximately 1,400 hotel rooms and suites, Asia’s first dynamic theater, meeting space, high end spa, retail offerings and food and beverage outlets as well as the first international Mansion at MGM for the ultimate luxury experience. The Spectacle at MGM COTAI became the record holder of the largest free-span gridshell glazed roof (self-supporting) on January 19, 2019, making it the first architectural and structural GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for Macau, China. MGM COTAI is being developed to drive greater product diversification and bring more advanced and innovative forms of entertainment to Macau as it grows as a global tourist destination. MGM COTAI is the only mega complex and hotel in Macau to gain three-star certification in both Green Building Design and Operation Label, as well as the first hotel in the Greater Bay Area and second in Greater China to receive the certifications.
MGM China is majority owned by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) one of the world's leading global hospitality companies, operating a portfolio of destination resort brands including Bellagio, ARIA, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and Park MGM. For more information about MGM Resorts International, visit the Company's website at www.mgmresorts.com.
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