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| DSCN 1300: Rêverie (H.71cm) |
St Julians - December,
30th 2011
Le
Méridien St Julians Hotel & Spa is starting the New Year with the launch of
an artistic partnership articulated around creativity and the enhancement of
the local culture.
In
the contemporary Lobby of the property, arriving guests and visitors alike can
now admire some of Joe Xuereb’s stunning sculptures, carved with inspiring endowment
in Gozitan limestone. Originated from Ghajnsielem, the first village visitors
meet after landing in Mgarr Harbour on the island of Gozo, Joe Xuereb embraces
the Maltese artistic fascination for the female principle of humanity with an
infinite range of subtle emotions and attitudes.
“When I was first presented with the
possibility of exhibiting Mr. Xuereb’s works of art in our premises, I was
amazed on how perfectly our Brand could support his talent, not only in terms
of mission statement but also in the way we are striving to reach out to the
creative guests,” explain Mr. Franco Vella, General Manager at Le Méridien
St Julians Hotel & Spa. “His
sculptures present an interesting contemporary touch in the purity of their
lines and in the astonishing harmony of their curves. Yet again, his work
irradiates a vibrant soul by exploiting at the same time ancestral symbols and
local material inherent to the Maltese culture – which we, as an hotelier,
strive to unveil for our foreign clientele.”
The
permanent exhibition is a taster of the vast collection that Mr. Xuereb has on
display in his Gallery in Gozo. Indeed, 5 pieces were carefully selected by the
artist, based on the architectural requirements of the hotel décor. The
sculptures are not only a rejoicing display for any aesthetic connoisseur
visiting Le Méridien: they are for sale and guests can obtain additional
information about the artist at Le Méridien concierge desk. Enthusiasts are
also invited to visit Joe Xuereb’s workshop in Gozo, in order to learn more
about the proficient techniques of the artist.
More
information can be requested via Le Méridien Concierge Desk or by contacting
the artist directly at info@joexuereb.com
THE END
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| DSCN 1314: The Bond (H.70cm) |
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| DSCN 1299: Introspection (H.65cm) |
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